Cooking pot
Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsca. 9th–10th century A.D.

Cooking pot is a ceramics-vessels of Islamic origin created in ca. 9th–10th century A.D. using ceramic measuring H. 7-5/8 in. x Diam. body: 8-3/4 in. x Diam mouth: 15.8 cm — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumCeramic
DimensionsH. 7-5/8 in. x Diam. body: 8-3/4 in. x Diam mouth: 15.8 cm
ClassificationCeramics-Vessels
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1934
Dateca. 9th–10th century A.D.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Islamic culture, dating from the early Islamic period. The estimated date range is 9 AD.

Geography

Origin: Iran.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Cooking pot?

Cooking pot is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Cooking pot created?

Cooking pot dates to ca. 9th–10th century A.D..

What material is Cooking pot made from?

Cooking pot is crafted from ceramic.

Is Cooking pot in the public domain?

Cooking pot is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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