Ewer
Unknown Artist
19th century
Medium
Glass; blown, folded foot, applied handle, applied spout, applied decoration
Dimensions
H. 7 3/8 in.
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
91.1.1599
Art Historical Context
This elegant 19th-century e, crafted from glass by an unknown artist, exemplifies the glassmaking traditions of the Islamic world. Standing at 7 3/8 inches tall, it features a blown body with a folded foot for stability an applied handle for ergonomic use, and an applied spout and decoration that highlight the artisan's skillful manipulation of molten glass. These techniques— in Islamic glass production from the Middle East and beyond—allowed for both functional beauty and intricate designs, turning everyday vessels into objects of artistry. In the context of Islamic art, ewers like this one ...