Turquoise Bowl with Lute Player and Audience
Flag of IranIslamic ArtCeramicslate 12th–early 13th century

Turquoise Bowl with Lute Player and Audience is a ceramics from Iran created in late 12th–early 13th century using stonepaste; glazed (opaque monochrome), in-glaze- and overglaze-painted, gilded measuring H. 3 1/2 in. (8.9 cm) Diam. 7 3/4 in. (19.7 cm) Wt. 12.3… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumStonepaste; glazed (opaque monochrome), in-glaze- and overglaze-painted, gilded
DimensionsH. 3 1/2 in. (8.9 cm) Diam. 7 3/4 in. (19.7 cm) Wt. 12.3 oz. (348.7 g)
ClassificationCeramics
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineHenry G. Leberthon Collection, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. A. Wallace Chauncey, 1957
Datelate 12th–early 13th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Turquoise Bowl with Lute Player and Audience?

Turquoise Bowl with Lute Player and Audience is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Turquoise Bowl with Lute Player and Audience created?

Turquoise Bowl with Lute Player and Audience dates to late 12th–early 13th century.

What material is Turquoise Bowl with Lute Player and Audience made from?

Turquoise Bowl with Lute Player and Audience is crafted from stonepaste; glazed (opaque monochrome), in-glaze- and overglaze-painted, gilded.

Where does Turquoise Bowl with Lute Player and Audience originate?

Turquoise Bowl with Lute Player and Audience originates from Iran.

Is Turquoise Bowl with Lute Player and Audience in the public domain?

Turquoise Bowl with Lute Player and Audience 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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