Panel

Art Historical Context

This exquisite wooden panel, crafted by an unknown artist in the th–15th century exemplifies the refined artistry of Islamic decorative traditions. Measuring just over 3 inches high and4 inches wide, its modest scale suggests it may have adorned a small furniture piece, such as a box or casket, common in the opulent courts of the medieval Islamic world. Housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Art Department (acquired through the Rogers Fund in 7), it showcases the era's mastery of intricate craftsmanship. The panel's medium—wood meticulously carved and inlaid with ivory—highlights a presti...