Islamic ArtStonedated A.H. 545/A.D. 1150By Ahmad ibn Muhammad Astak
Tombstone of Abu Sa'd ibn Muhammad ibn Ahmad al-Hasan Karwaih is a stone Yazd from Iran created in dated A.H. 545/A.D. 1150 using marble; carved, painted measuring H. 22 1/4 in. (56.5 cm) W. 14 5/8 in. (37.1 cm) D. 2 7/8… attributed to Ahmad ibn Muhammad Astak — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Marble; carved, painted |
| Dimensions | H. 22 1/4 in. (56.5 cm) W. 14 5/8 in. (37.1 cm) D. 2 7/8 in. (7.3 cm) Wt. 64lb. (29kg) |
| Classification | Stone |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1933 |
| Date | dated A.H. 545/A.D. 1150 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Yazd, Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Tombstone of Abu Sa'd ibn Muhammad ibn Ahmad al-Hasan Karwaih?
Tombstone of Abu Sa'd ibn Muhammad ibn Ahmad al-Hasan Karwaih is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Tombstone of Abu Sa'd ibn Muhammad ibn Ahmad al-Hasan Karwaih created?
Tombstone of Abu Sa'd ibn Muhammad ibn Ahmad al-Hasan Karwaih dates to dated A.H. 545/A.D. 1150.
What material is Tombstone of Abu Sa'd ibn Muhammad ibn Ahmad al-Hasan Karwaih made from?
Tombstone of Abu Sa'd ibn Muhammad ibn Ahmad al-Hasan Karwaih is crafted from marble; carved, painted.
Where does Tombstone of Abu Sa'd ibn Muhammad ibn Ahmad al-Hasan Karwaih originate?
Tombstone of Abu Sa'd ibn Muhammad ibn Ahmad al-Hasan Karwaih originates from Iran.
Is Tombstone of Abu Sa'd ibn Muhammad ibn Ahmad al-Hasan Karwaih in the public domain?
Tombstone of Abu Sa'd ibn Muhammad ibn Ahmad al-Hasan Karwaih is in the public domain and can be freely used.