12th-early 13th century
Iran
Object qualities
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Objecttableware: Figural vessel
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Type of arts & crafts
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MediumStonepaste; luster-painted on opaque white glaze, molded and applied decoration
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SizeH. 25 1/4 in. (64.1 cm) L. 22 in. (55.9 cm)
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Geography detailsMade in
Iran -
Country today
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Date12th-early 13th century
Source of information
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Type of sourceDatabase “Metropolitan Museum of Art”
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Fund that the source refers toMetropolitan Museum of Art
Description
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The harpy, or fantastic human-headed bird, was a common motif in many parts of the Muslim world. In Iran it was adapted in the twelfth century as a motif on wares in a variety of media. This example is unusual for its large size.
