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Mosque Lamp of Sultan al-Zahir Baybars

probably A.H. 676 (1277)

Not on view

The light that emanated from this pierced metal lamp was surely more suited to creating an atmosphere of mystery and reverence than to reading. Indeed, the inscription reveals that it was made for the tomb of Sultan Baybars (reigned 1260–1277), who played a significant role in expelling the Franks from the Holy Land.

Mosque Lamp of Sultan al-Zahir Baybars, Brass, inlaid with silver and black compound, Mamluk — This image cannot be enlarged, viewed at full screen, or downloaded.

Mosque Lamp of Sultan al-Zahir Baybars, Brass, inlaid with silver and black compound, Mamluk

Mosque Lamp of Sultan al-Zahir Baybars, Brass, inlaid with silver and black compound, Mamluk

Mosque Lamp of Sultan al-Zahir Baybars, Brass, inlaid with silver and black compound, Mamluk

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Title: Mosque Lamp of Sultan al-Zahir Baybars

Date: probably A.H. 676 (1277)

Geography: Made in Damascus, Syria

Culture: Mamluk

Medium: Brass, inlaid with silver and black compound

Dimensions: 11 1/2 × 11 5/8 in. (29.2 × 29.5 cm)

Classification: Metalwork-Brass

Credit Line: Museum of Islamic Art, Doha (MW.117.1999)

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