Tray of Yemeni Sultan al-Mu'ayyad ibn Yusuf
Flag of EgyptIslamic ArtMetalca. 1296–1321

By Ahmad ibn Husayn al-Mosuli

Tray of Yemeni Sultan al-Mu'ayyad ibn Yusuf is a metal Cairo from Egypt created in ca. 1296–1321 using brass; inlaid with silver measuring Max. Diam. 30 5/8 in. (77.8 cm) Diam. from base to top of… attributed to Ahmad ibn Husayn al-Mosuli — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumBrass; inlaid with silver
DimensionsMax. Diam. 30 5/8 in. (77.8 cm) Diam. from base to top of rim: 1 3/16 in. (3 cm)
ClassificationMetal
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineEdward C. Moore Collection, Bequest of Edward C. Moore, 1891
Dateca. 1296–1321

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Cairo, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Tray of Yemeni Sultan al-Mu'ayyad ibn Yusuf?

Tray of Yemeni Sultan al-Mu'ayyad ibn Yusuf is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Tray of Yemeni Sultan al-Mu'ayyad ibn Yusuf created?

Tray of Yemeni Sultan al-Mu'ayyad ibn Yusuf dates to ca. 1296–1321.

What material is Tray of Yemeni Sultan al-Mu'ayyad ibn Yusuf made from?

Tray of Yemeni Sultan al-Mu'ayyad ibn Yusuf is crafted from brass; inlaid with silver.

Where does Tray of Yemeni Sultan al-Mu'ayyad ibn Yusuf originate?

Tray of Yemeni Sultan al-Mu'ayyad ibn Yusuf originates from Egypt.

Is Tray of Yemeni Sultan al-Mu'ayyad ibn Yusuf in the public domain?

Tray of Yemeni Sultan al-Mu'ayyad ibn Yusuf 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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