Islamic ArtCeramicsca. 1600Dish with Sailing-ship Design is a ceramics Iznik from Turkey created in ca. 1600 using stonepaste; polychrome painted under a transparent glaze measuring H. 1 15/16 in. (4.9 cm) Diam. of rim: 11 1/2 in. (29.2 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Stonepaste; polychrome painted under a transparent glaze |
| Dimensions | H. 1 15/16 in. (4.9 cm) Diam. of rim: 11 1/2 in. (29.2 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Harris Brisbane Dick Fund, 1966 |
| Date | ca. 1600 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Iznik, Turkey. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Dish with Sailing-ship Design?
Dish with Sailing-ship Design is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Dish with Sailing-ship Design created?
Dish with Sailing-ship Design dates to ca. 1600.
What material is Dish with Sailing-ship Design made from?
Dish with Sailing-ship Design is crafted from stonepaste; polychrome painted under a transparent glaze.
Where does Dish with Sailing-ship Design originate?
Dish with Sailing-ship Design originates from Turkey.
Is Dish with Sailing-ship Design in the public domain?
Dish with Sailing-ship Design is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026