Stepped Pitcher
Unknown Artist
400–600 CE
Medium
silver
Dimensions
h. 35.6 cm
Classification
Metalwork
Department
Egyptian and Ancient Near Eastern Art
Museum
Cleveland Museum of Art
Credit
Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund
Accession Number
1966.21
About this artwork
The Sasanians are best known today for their expert work in silver. This museum is fortunate to have one of the most important collections of Sasanian silver vessels in the world.