Islamic ArtCeramicsca. 1635Dish with Two Fighting Lions is a ceramics possibly Mashhad from Iran created in ca. 1635 using stonepaste; incised and painted under transparent glaze measuring H. 3 1/4 in. (8.3 cm) Diam. 17 1/16 in. (43.4 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Stonepaste; incised and painted under transparent glaze |
| Dimensions | H. 3 1/4 in. (8.3 cm) Diam. 17 1/16 in. (43.4 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1924 |
| Date | ca. 1635 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: possibly Mashhad, Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Dish with Two Fighting Lions?
Dish with Two Fighting Lions is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Dish with Two Fighting Lions created?
Dish with Two Fighting Lions dates to ca. 1635.
What material is Dish with Two Fighting Lions made from?
Dish with Two Fighting Lions is crafted from stonepaste; incised and painted under transparent glaze.
Where does Dish with Two Fighting Lions originate?
Dish with Two Fighting Lions originates from Iran.
Is Dish with Two Fighting Lions in the public domain?
Dish with Two Fighting Lions is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026