The CloistersGlass6th–7th centuryChalice with Scenes of the Adoration of the Cross is a glass from Syria or Byzantine Palestine created in 6th–7th century using glass measuring H: 5 7/8 in.; diam. at rim: 6 in. (H: 14.9 cm; diam. at… — now part of the The Cloisters collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Glass |
| Dimensions | H: 5 7/8 in.; diam. at rim: 6 in. (H: 14.9 cm; diam. at rim: 15.3 cm) |
| Classification | Glass |
| Department | The Cloisters |
| Credit Line | Byzantine Collection, Dumbarton Oaks, Washington, D.C. (BZ.1937.21) |
| Date | 6th–7th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Syria or Byzantine Palestine. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Chalice with Scenes of the Adoration of the Cross?
Chalice with Scenes of the Adoration of the Cross is housed in the The Cloisters department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Chalice with Scenes of the Adoration of the Cross created?
Chalice with Scenes of the Adoration of the Cross dates to 6th–7th century.
What material is Chalice with Scenes of the Adoration of the Cross made from?
Chalice with Scenes of the Adoration of the Cross is crafted from glass.
Where does Chalice with Scenes of the Adoration of the Cross originate?
Chalice with Scenes of the Adoration of the Cross originates from Syria or Byzantine Palestine.
Is Chalice with Scenes of the Adoration of the Cross in the public domain?
Chalice with Scenes of the Adoration of the Cross is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.