Pear-Shaped Jar with Stylized Vegetal Decoration
Flag of SyriaIslamic ArtCeramicsfirst half 13th century

Pear-Shaped Jar with Stylized Vegetal Decoration is a ceramics Raqqa from Syria created in first half 13th century using stonepaste; painted under transparent turquoise glaze measuring H. 9 1/4 in. (23.5 cm); Gr. Diam. 6 5/8 in. (16.8 cm) โ€” now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumStonepaste; painted under transparent turquoise glaze
DimensionsH. 9 1/4 in. (23.5 cm); Gr. Diam. 6 5/8 in. (16.8 cm)
ClassificationCeramics
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineH. O. Havemeyer Collection, Bequest of Horace Havemeyer, 1956
Datefirst half 13th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Raqqa, Syria. Flag of Syria

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Pear-Shaped Jar with Stylized Vegetal Decoration?

Pear-Shaped Jar with Stylized Vegetal Decoration is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Pear-Shaped Jar with Stylized Vegetal Decoration created?

Pear-Shaped Jar with Stylized Vegetal Decoration dates to first half 13th century.

What material is Pear-Shaped Jar with Stylized Vegetal Decoration made from?

Pear-Shaped Jar with Stylized Vegetal Decoration is crafted from stonepaste; painted under transparent turquoise glaze.

Where does Pear-Shaped Jar with Stylized Vegetal Decoration originate?

Pear-Shaped Jar with Stylized Vegetal Decoration originates from Syria.

Is Pear-Shaped Jar with Stylized Vegetal Decoration in the public domain?

Pear-Shaped Jar with Stylized Vegetal Decoration is in the public domain and can be freely used.

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

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