Islamic ArtStonedated A.H. 905/ A.D. 1500Dedicatory Inscription from a Mosque is a stone from India created in dated A.H. 905/ A.D. 1500 using gabbro; carved measuring H. 16 1/8 (41 cm) W. 45 5/16 (115.1 cm) D. 2 3/4in. (7… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Gabbro; carved |
| Dimensions | H. 16 1/8 (41 cm) W. 45 5/16 (115.1 cm) D. 2 3/4in. (7 cm) Wt. 194 lbs. (88 kg) |
| Classification | Stone |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Gift of Mrs. Nelson Doubleday and Bequest of Charles R. Gerth, by exchange, 1981 |
| Date | dated A.H. 905/ A.D. 1500 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Bengal, India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Dedicatory Inscription from a Mosque?
Dedicatory Inscription from a Mosque is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Dedicatory Inscription from a Mosque created?
Dedicatory Inscription from a Mosque dates to dated A.H. 905/ A.D. 1500.
What material is Dedicatory Inscription from a Mosque made from?
Dedicatory Inscription from a Mosque is crafted from gabbro; carved.
Where does Dedicatory Inscription from a Mosque originate?
Dedicatory Inscription from a Mosque originates from India.
Is Dedicatory Inscription from a Mosque in the public domain?
Dedicatory Inscription from a Mosque is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026