Bottle
Unknown Artist
probably 18th–19th century
Medium
Glass; blown, applied decoration, tooled on the pontil
Dimensions
H. 10 11/16 in. (27.1 cm) Max. Diam. 5 1/16 in. (12.9 cm)
Classification
Glass
Department
Islamic Art
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Edward C. Moore Collection, Bequest of Edward C. Moore, 1891
Accession Number
91.1.1580
Art Historical Context
This elegant glass bottle, hailing from the Islamic world and likely crafted in the 18th or 19th century, exemplifies the refined artistry of traditional glassmaking in the region. Standing at just over 10 inches tall with a maximum diameter of about 5 inches, it have served practical purposes such as holding perfumes, oils, or—essentials in daily life and trade across the Ottoman Empire, Persia, or nearby cultures. Its presence in the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Islamic Department highlights the enduring appeal of these vessels, preserved through the generosity of the Edward C. Moore Collect...