Islamic ArtMetalsecond half 10th–11th centuryBy Ibn Sukkara al-Hashimi
Cup with a Poem on Wine is a metal from Iran created in second half 10th–11th century using silver; fire-gilded, hammered, chased measuring H. 3 1/4 in. (8.3 cm) Diam. 5 in. (12.7 cm) Wt. 6.3 oz… attributed to Ibn Sukkara al-Hashimi — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silver; fire-gilded, hammered, chased |
| Dimensions | H. 3 1/4 in. (8.3 cm) Diam. 5 in. (12.7 cm) Wt. 6.3 oz. (178.6 g) |
| Classification | Metal |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Harris Brisbane Dick Fund, 1964 |
| Date | second half 10th–11th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Cup with a Poem on Wine?
Cup with a Poem on Wine is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cup with a Poem on Wine created?
Cup with a Poem on Wine dates to second half 10th–11th century.
What material is Cup with a Poem on Wine made from?
Cup with a Poem on Wine is crafted from silver; fire-gilded, hammered, chased.
Where does Cup with a Poem on Wine originate?
Cup with a Poem on Wine originates from Iran.
Is Cup with a Poem on Wine in the public domain?
Cup with a Poem on Wine is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026