Ewer
Intact large glass vessels from the medieval Islamic period are rare. If they also show little weathering, as in the case of this ewer, they represent an exceptional find. Its artistic appeal is greatly enhanced by the shape of its mouth and the applied decoration on its neck, which turn the object into a stylized birdlike figure. The decorative dark ring in the middle of its body, achieved with a pointed tool in an uncommon technique, makes it an extremely accomplished vessel.
Artwork Details
- Title: Ewer
- Date: 12th century
- Geography: Made in possibly Iran
- Medium: Glass; free blown and worked on the pontil with applied decoration
- Dimensions: H. 12 in. (30.5 cm)
- Classification: Glass
- Credit Line: Purchase, Friends of Islamic Art Gifts, 2002
- Object Number: 2002.348
- Curatorial Department: Islamic Art
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dated 612 AH/1215–16 CE
ca. 1180–1210
11th century
12th century
last quarter 11th or 12th century
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