Clog

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12th century · Bronze · Islamic Art

Clogs were commonly used in hammams, or baths, a common institution throughout the Middle East. They were made of wood; this rare example in incised decorated bronze—heavy and awkward to wear—must have had ceremonial or symbolic significance. It is signed by Abu Nasr.

Artist

Unknown

Date

12th century

Medium

Bronze

Department

Islamic Art

Credit line

Rogers Fund, 1957