Stonepaste Bowl with Blue and Black Underglaze Painting
Flag of IranIslamic ArtCeramicslate 12th century

Stonepaste Bowl with Blue and Black Underglaze Painting is a ceramics probably Kashan from Iran created in late 12th century using stonepaste; glazed and incised measuring H. 4 3/4 in. (12.1 cm) Diam. 7 in. (17.8 cm) Wt. 20.4 oz… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumStonepaste; glazed and incised
DimensionsH. 4 3/4 in. (12.1 cm) Diam. 7 in. (17.8 cm) Wt. 20.4 oz. (578.4 g)
ClassificationCeramics
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineH.O. Havemeyer Collection, Gift of Horace Havemeyer, 1945
Datelate 12th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: probably Kashan, Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Stonepaste Bowl with Blue and Black Underglaze Painting?

Stonepaste Bowl with Blue and Black Underglaze Painting is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Stonepaste Bowl with Blue and Black Underglaze Painting created?

Stonepaste Bowl with Blue and Black Underglaze Painting dates to late 12th century.

What material is Stonepaste Bowl with Blue and Black Underglaze Painting made from?

Stonepaste Bowl with Blue and Black Underglaze Painting is crafted from stonepaste; glazed and incised.

Where does Stonepaste Bowl with Blue and Black Underglaze Painting originate?

Stonepaste Bowl with Blue and Black Underglaze Painting originates from Iran.

Is Stonepaste Bowl with Blue and Black Underglaze Painting in the public domain?

Stonepaste Bowl with Blue and Black Underglaze Painting 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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