Ewer with Molded Inscriptions, Animals and Dancers
Flag of IranIslamic ArtCeramicslast quarter 11th or 12th century

Ewer with Molded Inscriptions, Animals and Dancers is a ceramics from Iran created in last quarter 11th or 12th century using stonepaste; molded, monochrome glazed measuring H. 11 1/2 in. (29.2 cm) โ€” now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumStonepaste; molded, monochrome glazed
DimensionsH. 11 1/2 in. (29.2 cm)
ClassificationCeramics
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineCora Timken Burnett Collection of Persian Miniatures and Other Persian Art Objects, Bequest of Cora Timken Burnett, 1956
Datelast quarter 11th or 12th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Ewer with Molded Inscriptions, Animals and Dancers?

Ewer with Molded Inscriptions, Animals and Dancers is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Ewer with Molded Inscriptions, Animals and Dancers created?

Ewer with Molded Inscriptions, Animals and Dancers dates to last quarter 11th or 12th century.

What material is Ewer with Molded Inscriptions, Animals and Dancers made from?

Ewer with Molded Inscriptions, Animals and Dancers is crafted from stonepaste; molded, monochrome glazed.

Where does Ewer with Molded Inscriptions, Animals and Dancers originate?

Ewer with Molded Inscriptions, Animals and Dancers originates from Iran.

Is Ewer with Molded Inscriptions, Animals and Dancers in the public domain?

Ewer with Molded Inscriptions, Animals and Dancers is in the public domain and can be freely used.

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

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