Flag of TurkeyIslamic ArtMetalca. 1220s–30s

Magic Mirror of Abu-l-Fadl Artuq Shah (r. 1225?–34) is a metal from Turkey created in ca. 1220s–30s using bronze; cast measuring 5/16 × 9 7/16 in. (0.8 × 24 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumBronze; cast
Dimensions5/16 × 9 7/16 in. (0.8 × 24 cm)
ClassificationMetal
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineThe David Collection, Copenhagen (4/1996)
Dateca. 1220s–30s

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Eastern Anatolia, Turkey. Flag of Turkey

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Magic Mirror of Abu-l-Fadl Artuq Shah (r. 1225?–34)?

Magic Mirror of Abu-l-Fadl Artuq Shah (r. 1225?–34) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Magic Mirror of Abu-l-Fadl Artuq Shah (r. 1225?–34) created?

Magic Mirror of Abu-l-Fadl Artuq Shah (r. 1225?–34) dates to ca. 1220s–30s.

What material is Magic Mirror of Abu-l-Fadl Artuq Shah (r. 1225?–34) made from?

Magic Mirror of Abu-l-Fadl Artuq Shah (r. 1225?–34) is crafted from bronze; cast.

Where does Magic Mirror of Abu-l-Fadl Artuq Shah (r. 1225?–34) originate?

Magic Mirror of Abu-l-Fadl Artuq Shah (r. 1225?–34) originates from Turkey.

Is Magic Mirror of Abu-l-Fadl Artuq Shah (r. 1225?–34) in the public domain?

Magic Mirror of Abu-l-Fadl Artuq Shah (r. 1225?–34) 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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