Medieval ArtMetalwork-Silver500–650The Attarouthi Treasure - Wine Strainer is a metalwork-silver Attarouthi of Byzantine origin created in 500–650 using silver measuring Overall (funnel and strainer): 2 5/16 × 6 15/16 × 3 7/8… — now part of the Medieval Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silver |
| Dimensions | Overall (funnel and strainer): 2 5/16 × 6 15/16 × 3 7/8 in., 6oz. (5.8 × 17.6 × 9.8 cm, 169g) Overall (strainer only): 3 9/16 × 1 1/16 in., 1.8oz. (9.1 × 2.7 cm, 52g) weight of funnel without strainer: 4.1oz. (117g) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Silver |
| Department | Medieval Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Rogers Fund and Henry J. and Drue E. Heinz Foundation, Norbert Schimmel, and Lila Acheson Wallace Gifts, 1986 |
| Date | 500–650 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Byzantine culture. The estimated date range is 500 – 650.
Geography
Origin: Attarouthi, Syria. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses The Attarouthi Treasure - Wine Strainer?
The Attarouthi Treasure - Wine Strainer is housed in the Medieval Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was The Attarouthi Treasure - Wine Strainer created?
The Attarouthi Treasure - Wine Strainer dates to 500–650.
What material is The Attarouthi Treasure - Wine Strainer made from?
The Attarouthi Treasure - Wine Strainer is crafted from silver.
Where does The Attarouthi Treasure - Wine Strainer originate?
The Attarouthi Treasure - Wine Strainer originates from Syria (Byzantine culture).
Is The Attarouthi Treasure - Wine Strainer in the public domain?
The Attarouthi Treasure - Wine Strainer is in the public domain and can be freely used.