Ewer
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
- 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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