Bowl with Fish

Unknown

1000–1300 · Earthenware, engraved slip, clear glaze · Medieval Art

A fish wearing a playful smile swims among reeds. Fishing was an important trade in the Byzantine Empire. Large fish were often centerpieces of banquets and were given as valuable gifts.

Artist

Unknown

Date

1000–1300

Medium

Earthenware, engraved slip, clear glaze

Culture

Byzantine

Department

Medieval Art

Credit line

Gift of Christopher C. Grisanti and Suzanne P. Fawbush, 2000