When was "Writing Box" created?

This artwork was created late 16th–early 17th century.

Is "Writing Box" in the public domain?

Yes, Writing Box is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Writing Box is Wood; veneered with ebony, inlaid with ivory and bone (partially stained), brass (sadeli technique).

Unknown Artist

late 16th–early 17th century

Medium

Wood; veneered with ebony, inlaid with ivory and bone (partially stained), brass (sadeli technique)

Dimensions

H. 13 1/2 in. (34.3 cm) W. 20 7/8 in. (53 cm) D. 5 1/8 in. (13 cm)

Classification

Wood

Department

Islamic Art

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Purchase, Pat and John Rosenwald Gift, 2004

Accession Number

2004.439