Necklace with Bird, Circle and Cylinder Beads
Flag of IranIslamic ArtGlass11th–12th century

Necklace with Bird, Circle and Cylinder Beads is a glass from Iran created in 11th–12th century using glass, colorless, amber, opaque white, opaque red; wound and hot-worked measuring L of necklace: 20 1/2 in. (52 cm) W. of widest bead: 1 in… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGlass, colorless, amber, opaque white, opaque red; wound and hot-worked
DimensionsL of necklace: 20 1/2 in. (52 cm) W. of widest bead: 1 in. (2.5 cm)
ClassificationGlass
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LinePfeiffer Fund, 1973
Date11th–12th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Necklace with Bird, Circle and Cylinder Beads?

Necklace with Bird, Circle and Cylinder Beads is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Necklace with Bird, Circle and Cylinder Beads created?

Necklace with Bird, Circle and Cylinder Beads dates to 11th–12th century.

What material is Necklace with Bird, Circle and Cylinder Beads made from?

Necklace with Bird, Circle and Cylinder Beads is crafted from glass, colorless, amber, opaque white, opaque red; wound and hot-worked.

Where does Necklace with Bird, Circle and Cylinder Beads originate?

Necklace with Bird, Circle and Cylinder Beads originates from Iran.

Is Necklace with Bird, Circle and Cylinder Beads in the public domain?

Necklace with Bird, Circle and Cylinder Beads 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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