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Section from a Piece of Furniture

late 9th century

Not on view

The legged panel was possibly part of a sarir, a large chair or throne, on which the owner sat cross legged. The prominent Kufic inscription offers "Blessing and good fortune and happiness and felicity to its owner." The handsomely carved, stylized decoration reflects the impact of the beveled style found at the Abbasid capital Samarra on Egyptian art during the rule of Ibn Tulun (r. 864–84).

Section from a Piece of Furniture, Carved and incised wood — Due to rights restrictions, this image cannot be enlarged, viewed at full screen, or downloaded.

Title: Section from a Piece of Furniture

Date: late 9th century

Geography: Made in Egypt

Medium: Carved and incised wood

Dimensions: 19 11/16 x 38 3/16 in. (50 x 97 cm)

Classification: Woodwork

Credit Line: Benaki Museum, Athens (9148)

Accession Number: isl454

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