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Ewer

8th–9th century
Not on view
The pear-shaped body, the molding separating the body from the neck, the large S-shaped handle, and the lid of this vessel are unifying features of a small number of early Islamic ewers. The angular shape of the handle near the body and the multifaceted thumb rest are also typical of this group.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Ewer
  • Date: 8th–9th century
  • Geography: Attributed to Iran
  • Medium: Bronze; cast, engraved, and pierced
  • Dimensions: H. 6 7/16 in. (16.4 cm)
    W. 4 in. (10.2 cm)
    D. 2 7/8 in. (7.3 cm)
    Wt. 14.5 oz. (411.1 g)
  • Classification: Metal
  • Credit Line: Anonymous Gift, 1973
  • Object Number: 1973.338.6
  • Curatorial Department: Islamic Art

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