Islamic ArtMetalearly 20th century

Drinking Bowl Shaped as a Begging Bowl is a metal created in early 20th century using silver, fire-gilded with applied and stamped silver decoration and inset… measuring 3 1/4 x 9 in. (8.3 x 22.9 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSilver, fire-gilded with applied and stamped silver decoration and inset carnelians and turquoise, carnelian and turquoise and coral beads
Dimensions3 1/4 x 9 in. (8.3 x 22.9 cm)
ClassificationMetal
DepartmentIslamic Art
Dateearly 20th century

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Drinking Bowl Shaped as a Begging Bowl?

Drinking Bowl Shaped as a Begging Bowl is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Drinking Bowl Shaped as a Begging Bowl created?

Drinking Bowl Shaped as a Begging Bowl dates to early 20th century.

What material is Drinking Bowl Shaped as a Begging Bowl made from?

Drinking Bowl Shaped as a Begging Bowl is crafted from silver, fire-gilded with applied and stamped silver decoration and inset carnelians and turquoise, carnelian and turquoise and coral beads.

Is Drinking Bowl Shaped as a Begging Bowl in the public domain?

Drinking Bowl Shaped as a Begging Bowl is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

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

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