The CloistersIvories7th–8th centuryPyxis with Vine Scrolls and Birds is a ivories from Syria (?) created in 7th–8th century using ivory and red, blue, and black paint; beechwood lid, painted and gilded, with… measuring H: 5 1/2 in. (14 cm); diam: 3 3/8 in. (8.5 cm) — now part of the The Cloisters collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ivory and red, blue, and black paint; beechwood lid, painted and gilded, with rock crystal knob and gilt copper fittings, added later |
| Dimensions | H: 5 1/2 in. (14 cm); diam: 3 3/8 in. (8.5 cm) |
| Classification | Ivories |
| Department | The Cloisters |
| Credit Line | Victoria and Albert Museum, London (136-1866) |
| Date | 7th–8th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Syria (?). 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Pyxis with Vine Scrolls and Birds?
Pyxis with Vine Scrolls and Birds is housed in the The Cloisters department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Pyxis with Vine Scrolls and Birds created?
Pyxis with Vine Scrolls and Birds dates to 7th–8th century.
What material is Pyxis with Vine Scrolls and Birds made from?
Pyxis with Vine Scrolls and Birds is crafted from ivory and red, blue, and black paint; beechwood lid, painted and gilded, with rock crystal knob and gilt copper fittings, added later.
Where does Pyxis with Vine Scrolls and Birds originate?
Pyxis with Vine Scrolls and Birds originates from Syria (?).
Is Pyxis with Vine Scrolls and Birds in the public domain?
Pyxis with Vine Scrolls and Birds is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.