Mosque Lamp for the Mausoleum of Amir Aydakin al-'Ala'i al-Bunduqdar
Flag of EgyptIslamic ArtGlassshortly after 1285

Mosque Lamp for the Mausoleum of Amir Aydakin al-'Ala'i al-Bunduqdar is a glass probably Cairo from Egypt created in shortly after 1285 using glass, brownish; blown, folded foot, applied handles; enameled and gilded measuring H. 10 3/8 in. (26.4 cm) Diam. of rim 8 1/4 in. (21 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGlass, brownish; blown, folded foot, applied handles; enameled and gilded
DimensionsH. 10 3/8 in. (26.4 cm) Diam. of rim 8 1/4 in. (21 cm)
ClassificationGlass
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineGift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917
Dateshortly after 1285

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: probably Cairo, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Mosque Lamp for the Mausoleum of Amir Aydakin al-'Ala'i al-Bunduqdar?

Mosque Lamp for the Mausoleum of Amir Aydakin al-'Ala'i al-Bunduqdar is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Mosque Lamp for the Mausoleum of Amir Aydakin al-'Ala'i al-Bunduqdar created?

Mosque Lamp for the Mausoleum of Amir Aydakin al-'Ala'i al-Bunduqdar dates to shortly after 1285.

What material is Mosque Lamp for the Mausoleum of Amir Aydakin al-'Ala'i al-Bunduqdar made from?

Mosque Lamp for the Mausoleum of Amir Aydakin al-'Ala'i al-Bunduqdar is crafted from glass, brownish; blown, folded foot, applied handles; enameled and gilded.

Where does Mosque Lamp for the Mausoleum of Amir Aydakin al-'Ala'i al-Bunduqdar originate?

Mosque Lamp for the Mausoleum of Amir Aydakin al-'Ala'i al-Bunduqdar originates from Egypt.

Is Mosque Lamp for the Mausoleum of Amir Aydakin al-'Ala'i al-Bunduqdar in the public domain?

Mosque Lamp for the Mausoleum of Amir Aydakin al-'Ala'i al-Bunduqdar 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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