Kushan or Islamic · Kushan or Islamic · A.D. 1st millennium
Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-VesselsA.D. 1st millenniumPlate is a ceramics-vessels of Kushan or Islamic origin created in A.D. 1st millennium using ceramic measuring 4 x 3/4 in. (10.2 x 2 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ceramic |
| Dimensions | 4 x 3/4 in. (10.2 x 2 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Kate Fitz Gibbon and Andrew Hale, 1992 |
| Date | A.D. 1st millennium |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Kushan or Islamic culture, dating from the Kushan or Islamic period. The estimated date range is 1 AD – 1000.
Geography
Origin: Central Asia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Plate?
Plate is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Plate created?
Plate dates to A.D. 1st millennium.
What material is Plate made from?
Plate is crafted from ceramic.
Is Plate in the public domain?
Plate is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026