Stucco Fragment
Unknown Artist
probably 8th–12th century
Medium
Stucco; carved and painted
Dimensions
H. 1 3/4 in. (4.5 cm) W. 1 3/8 in. (3.5 cm) D. 9/16 in. (1.5 cm)
Classification
Stucco
Department
Islamic Art
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Rogers Fund, 1948
Accession Number
48.101.372
Art Historical Context
This delicate stucco fragment, likely crafted between the 8th and 12th centuries, offers a glimpse into the refined world of Islamic architectural decoration. Measuring just 1¾ inches high, 1⅜ inches wide, and /16 inches deep, it exemplifies the exquisite miniaturization of artistry from this era. Acquired through the Rogers Fund in 1948 and housed in the Metropolitan Museum of's Islamic Art department, piece was carved and painted, techniques that allowed artisans to create intricate textures and vibrant colors on otherwise plain surfaces. In early medieval Islamic culture, stucco was a favo...