Islamic ArtCeramicsfirst half 13th centuryEwer Inscribed with "al-'izz" ("Glory") in Floriated Kufic on its Neck is a ceramics Raqqa from Syria created in first half 13th century using stonepaste; painted in luster and blue on opaque white glaze under transparent… measuring H. 7 5/16 in. (18.6 cm) Gr. Diam. 5 1/8 in. (13 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Stonepaste; painted in luster and blue on opaque white glaze under transparent glaze |
| Dimensions | H. 7 5/16 in. (18.6 cm) Gr. Diam. 5 1/8 in. (13 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | H.O. Havemeyer Collection, Gift of Horace Havemeyer, 1948 |
| Date | first half 13th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Raqqa, Syria. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Ewer Inscribed with "al-'izz" ("Glory") in Floriated Kufic on its Neck?
Ewer Inscribed with "al-'izz" ("Glory") in Floriated Kufic on its Neck is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Ewer Inscribed with "al-'izz" ("Glory") in Floriated Kufic on its Neck created?
Ewer Inscribed with "al-'izz" ("Glory") in Floriated Kufic on its Neck dates to first half 13th century.
What material is Ewer Inscribed with "al-'izz" ("Glory") in Floriated Kufic on its Neck made from?
Ewer Inscribed with "al-'izz" ("Glory") in Floriated Kufic on its Neck is crafted from stonepaste; painted in luster and blue on opaque white glaze under transparent glaze.
Where does Ewer Inscribed with "al-'izz" ("Glory") in Floriated Kufic on its Neck originate?
Ewer Inscribed with "al-'izz" ("Glory") in Floriated Kufic on its Neck originates from Syria.
Is Ewer Inscribed with "al-'izz" ("Glory") in Floriated Kufic on its Neck in the public domain?
Ewer Inscribed with "al-'izz" ("Glory") in Floriated Kufic on its Neck is in the public domain and can be freely used.