Lamp

Islamic · early Islamic · A.D. 9th–10th century

Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-VesselsA.D. 9th–10th century

Lamp is a ceramics-vessels of Islamic origin created in A.D. 9th–10th century using ceramic measuring 12.52 in. (31.8 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumCeramic
Dimensions12.52 in. (31.8 cm)
ClassificationCeramics-Vessels
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineGift of Kate Fitz Gibbon and Andrew Hale, 1992
DateA.D. 9th–10th century

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Islamic culture, dating from the early Islamic period. The estimated date range is 800 – 1000.

Geography

Origin: Central Asia.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Lamp?

Lamp is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Lamp created?

Lamp dates to A.D. 9th–10th century.

What material is Lamp made from?

Lamp is crafted from ceramic.

Is Lamp in the public domain?

Lamp 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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