Bowl with Figural Imagery

second half 14th century

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 455

This hammered and turned brass bowl holds six circular medallions depicting figural scenes inlaid in gold, silver, and a black compound. In between each of these medallions is a section of a continuous inscription in muhaqqaq and kufic scripts that includes good wishes to the owner and declarations of the glory of God. Engraved fish and waterfowl on the interior suggest that the bowl may once have been used to hold water.

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Title: Bowl with Figural Imagery
Date: second half 14th century
Geography: Attributed to Iran
Medium: Brass; hammered and turned, engraved, and inlaid with gold, silver, and black compound
Dimensions: H. 4 1/4 in. (10.8 cm)
Diam. 7 1/4 in. (18.4 cm)
Classification: Metal
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1941
Object Number: 41.148
Curatorial Department: Islamic Art

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