Ewer with Inscription, Horsemen, and Vegetal Decoration
Flag of IraqIslamic ArtMetaldated A.H. 623/ A.D. 1226

By `Umar ibn al-Hajji Jaldak

Ewer with Inscription, Horsemen, and Vegetal Decoration is a metal Mosul from Iraq created in dated A.H. 623/ A.D. 1226 using brass; engraved and inlaid with silver measuring H. 14 1/2 in. (36.8 cm) W. 12 1/16 in. (30.6 cm) Diam. 8… attributed to `Umar ibn al-Hajji Jaldak — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumBrass; engraved and inlaid with silver
DimensionsH. 14 1/2 in. (36.8 cm) W. 12 1/16 in. (30.6 cm) Diam. 8 3/8 in. (21.3 cm)
ClassificationMetal
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineEdward C. Moore Collection, Bequest of Edward C. Moore, 1891
Datedated A.H. 623/ A.D. 1226

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Mosul, Iraq. Flag of Iraq

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Ewer with Inscription, Horsemen, and Vegetal Decoration?

Ewer with Inscription, Horsemen, and Vegetal Decoration is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Ewer with Inscription, Horsemen, and Vegetal Decoration created?

Ewer with Inscription, Horsemen, and Vegetal Decoration dates to dated A.H. 623/ A.D. 1226.

What material is Ewer with Inscription, Horsemen, and Vegetal Decoration made from?

Ewer with Inscription, Horsemen, and Vegetal Decoration is crafted from brass; engraved and inlaid with silver.

Where does Ewer with Inscription, Horsemen, and Vegetal Decoration originate?

Ewer with Inscription, Horsemen, and Vegetal Decoration originates from Iraq.

Is Ewer with Inscription, Horsemen, and Vegetal Decoration in the public domain?

Ewer with Inscription, Horsemen, and Vegetal Decoration 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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