Flag of SyriaIslamic ArtMetaldated A.H 565 / A.D. 1169–70

Magic Bowl Dedicated to Nur al-Din Mahmud b. Zangi is a metal from Syria|Syria created in dated A.H 565 / A.D. 1169–70 using copper alloy; cast, turned, engraved, formerly filled with a white substance measuring Height: 2 15/16 in. (7.5 cm) Diam. of rim: 7 1/2 in. (19.1… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumCopper alloy; cast, turned, engraved, formerly filled with a white substance
DimensionsHeight: 2 15/16 in. (7.5 cm) Diam. of rim: 7 1/2 in. (19.1 cm) Weight: Not available
ClassificationMetal
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineNasser D. Khalili Collection of Islamic Art, London (MTW 1443)
Datedated A.H 565 / A.D. 1169–70

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Syria|Syria. Flag of Syria

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Magic Bowl Dedicated to Nur al-Din Mahmud b. Zangi?

Magic Bowl Dedicated to Nur al-Din Mahmud b. Zangi is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Magic Bowl Dedicated to Nur al-Din Mahmud b. Zangi created?

Magic Bowl Dedicated to Nur al-Din Mahmud b. Zangi dates to dated A.H 565 / A.D. 1169–70.

What material is Magic Bowl Dedicated to Nur al-Din Mahmud b. Zangi made from?

Magic Bowl Dedicated to Nur al-Din Mahmud b. Zangi is crafted from copper alloy; cast, turned, engraved, formerly filled with a white substance.

Where does Magic Bowl Dedicated to Nur al-Din Mahmud b. Zangi originate?

Magic Bowl Dedicated to Nur al-Din Mahmud b. Zangi originates from Syria|Syria.

Is Magic Bowl Dedicated to Nur al-Din Mahmud b. Zangi in the public domain?

Magic Bowl Dedicated to Nur al-Din Mahmud b. Zangi is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

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

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