Seal inscribed "There is no God but [?]; Blessings on the owner 'Amir ibn Abdallah"
Flag of IranIslamic ArtSeals10th century

Seal inscribed "There is no God but [?]; Blessings on the owner 'Amir ibn Abdallah" is a seals from Iran created in 10th century using soapstone; incised, carved measuring H. 2 3/8 in. (6 cm) W. 2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSoapstone; incised, carved
DimensionsH. 2 3/8 in. (6 cm) W. 2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm)
ClassificationSeals
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1937
Date10th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Seal inscribed "There is no God but [?]; Blessings on the owner 'Amir ibn Abdallah"?

Seal inscribed "There is no God but [?]; Blessings on the owner 'Amir ibn Abdallah" is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Seal inscribed "There is no God but [?]; Blessings on the owner 'Amir ibn Abdallah" created?

Seal inscribed "There is no God but [?]; Blessings on the owner 'Amir ibn Abdallah" dates to 10th century.

What material is Seal inscribed "There is no God but [?]; Blessings on the owner 'Amir ibn Abdallah" made from?

Seal inscribed "There is no God but [?]; Blessings on the owner 'Amir ibn Abdallah" is crafted from soapstone; incised, carved.

Where does Seal inscribed "There is no God but [?]; Blessings on the owner 'Amir ibn Abdallah" originate?

Seal inscribed "There is no God but [?]; Blessings on the owner 'Amir ibn Abdallah" originates from Iran.

Is Seal inscribed "There is no God but [?]; Blessings on the owner 'Amir ibn Abdallah" in the public domain?

Seal inscribed "There is no God but [?]; Blessings on the owner 'Amir ibn Abdallah" 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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