Islamic ArtStonedated A.H. 532/A.D. 1138Gravestone of Muhammad ibn Abi Bakr, died Shawwal A.H. 532/ June/July A.D. 1138 is a stone Nishapur from Iran created in dated A.H. 532/A.D. 1138 using steatite; carved measuring H. 16 in. (40.6 cm) W. 13 3/4 in. (34.9 cm) D. 3/4 in. (1.9… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steatite; carved |
| Dimensions | H. 16 in. (40.6 cm) W. 13 3/4 in. (34.9 cm) D. 3/4 in. (1.9 cm) |
| Classification | Stone |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1948 |
| Date | dated A.H. 532/A.D. 1138 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Nishapur, Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Gravestone of Muhammad ibn Abi Bakr, died Shawwal A.H. 532/ June/July A.D. 1138?
Gravestone of Muhammad ibn Abi Bakr, died Shawwal A.H. 532/ June/July A.D. 1138 is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Gravestone of Muhammad ibn Abi Bakr, died Shawwal A.H. 532/ June/July A.D. 1138 created?
Gravestone of Muhammad ibn Abi Bakr, died Shawwal A.H. 532/ June/July A.D. 1138 dates to dated A.H. 532/A.D. 1138.
What material is Gravestone of Muhammad ibn Abi Bakr, died Shawwal A.H. 532/ June/July A.D. 1138 made from?
Gravestone of Muhammad ibn Abi Bakr, died Shawwal A.H. 532/ June/July A.D. 1138 is crafted from steatite; carved.
Where does Gravestone of Muhammad ibn Abi Bakr, died Shawwal A.H. 532/ June/July A.D. 1138 originate?
Gravestone of Muhammad ibn Abi Bakr, died Shawwal A.H. 532/ June/July A.D. 1138 originates from Iran.
Is Gravestone of Muhammad ibn Abi Bakr, died Shawwal A.H. 532/ June/July A.D. 1138 in the public domain?
Gravestone of Muhammad ibn Abi Bakr, died Shawwal A.H. 532/ June/July A.D. 1138 is in the public domain and can be freely used.