Islamic ArtGaming pieces9th–14th century
Chess Piece, Pawn is a gaming pieces created in 9th–14th century using jet — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Jet |
| Classification | Gaming pieces |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1974 |
| Date | 9th–14th century |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Chess Piece, Pawn?
Chess Piece, Pawn is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Chess Piece, Pawn created?
Chess Piece, Pawn dates to 9th–14th century.
What material is Chess Piece, Pawn made from?
Chess Piece, Pawn is crafted from jet.
Is Chess Piece, Pawn in the public domain?
Chess Piece, Pawn is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026