Medieval ArtMetalwork-Silver700sSilver Drinking Bowl with Handle is a metalwork-silver of Avar origin created in 700s using silver measuring 2 × 9 15/16 × 7 5/16 in., 9.613 Troy Ounces (5.1 × 25.2 ×… — now part of the Medieval Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silver |
| Dimensions | 2 × 9 15/16 × 7 5/16 in., 9.613 Troy Ounces (5.1 × 25.2 × 18.5 cm, 299g) Other (diameter of cup only): 7 5/16 in. (18.5 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Silver |
| Department | Medieval Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917 |
| Date | 700s |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Avar culture. The estimated date range is 700 – 799.
Geography
Origin: Tirana. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Silver Drinking Bowl with Handle?
Silver Drinking Bowl with Handle is housed in the Medieval Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Silver Drinking Bowl with Handle created?
Silver Drinking Bowl with Handle dates to 700s.
What material is Silver Drinking Bowl with Handle made from?
Silver Drinking Bowl with Handle is crafted from silver.
Where does Silver Drinking Bowl with Handle originate?
Silver Drinking Bowl with Handle originates from Tirana (Avar culture).
Is Silver Drinking Bowl with Handle in the public domain?
Silver Drinking Bowl with Handle is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026