Iran · 900–1000
Islamic ArtStone900–1000Weight is a stone from Iran created in 900–1000 using steatite — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steatite |
| Classification | Stone |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Rogers Fund and The Friends of the Department of Islamic Art Fund, 1974 |
| Date | 900–1000 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Weight?
Weight is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Weight created?
Weight dates to 900–1000.
What material is Weight made from?
Weight is crafted from steatite.
Where does Weight originate?
Weight originates from Iran.
Is Weight in the public domain?
Weight is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026