Fragment of a Bowl or Cup
Unknown Artist
13th–16th century
Medium
Stonepaste; painted under transparent glaze
Dimensions
H. 13/16 in. (2.1 cm) W. 2 9/16 in. (6.5 cm) D. 2 3/16 in. (5.6 cm) Wt. 1.1 oz. (31.188 g)
Classification
Ceramics
Department
Islamic Art
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Gift of Jack A. Josephson, 1973
Accession Number
1973.79.32
Art Historical Context
This delicate fragment from a bowl or cup, dating to the 13th–16th century, offers a glimpse into the refined world of Islamic ceramics.ed from stonepaste—a composite of quartz, clay, and frit—this small piece (just 13/16 inch high) exemplifies a groundbreaking medium developed in the Islamic world.isans fired the stonepaste body and then painted intricate designs under a transparent glaze, creating vibrant, durable colors that mimicked the prized Chinese porcelain unavailable at the time. Though only a fragment survives, its curved form hints at the elegant tableware used in daily life and el...