Fragment

Art Historical Context

This delicate glass fragment, hailing from the 9th century offers a glimpse into the sophisticated artistry of the Islamic world during the Abbasid era. Measuring a mere 1/4 inch high and1 5/16 inches long, it survives as a tiny shard, likely from a larger vessel or decorative object. Now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Department of Islamic Art, it was generously gifted by Saeed Motamed in 4. Crafted using stained and luster-painted techniques, the piece exemplifies early mastery of glassmaking innovations. Staining involved adding metallic oxides to create vibrant colors within t...