Ewer with Lamp-Shaped Spout

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12th century · Brass; cast, engraved, inlaid with silver, copper and black compound · Islamic Art

The shape and decoration of this ewer is similar to 33.96. Both represent an early phase of the inlay technique, when areas of intricate inlay were balanced by broad zones of brass. Both bear Arabic inscriptions of good wishes to their owners, and this ewer now missing its handle is also inscribed with the maker’s name. On this piece, the central band includes pairs of animal predators and prey.

Artist

Unknown

Date

12th century

Medium

Brass; cast, engraved, inlaid with silver, copper and black compound

Department

Islamic Art

Credit line

Rogers Fund, 1954