Ewer Inscribed with "al-'izz" ("Glory") in Floriated Kufic on its Neck
Flag of SyriaIslamic ArtCeramicsfirst half 13th century

Ewer 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

MediumStonepaste; painted in luster and blue on opaque white glaze under transparent glaze
DimensionsH. 7 5/16 in. (18.6 cm) Gr. Diam. 5 1/8 in. (13 cm)
ClassificationCeramics
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineH.O. Havemeyer Collection, Gift of Horace Havemeyer, 1948
Datefirst half 13th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Raqqa, Syria. Flag of 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.

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

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