Islamic Art Gallery: Rock Crystal Ewe (SEB contracted)
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- Synopsis
- This rare ewer is from Egypt, probably Cairo, dated 1000-1050. It is carved rock crystal. On either side a bird of prey attacks an antelope. The image may have symbolised the rulers ability to overcome his enemies. The ewer stands on a footring. It has a rounded body that tapers to a narrow neck. The flared rim has a pouring lip, and is joined by a long handle to the body of the ewer. A pattern of leafy stems forms a frame for the scene of animals in combat shown on either side. The outline shape of the ewer is shown by a thick line. The three raised ridges around the neck and the carved pattern of leaves and scrolls are shown as solid shapes. The positions of the indentations on the sides of the handle are shown as a rough texture. The antelope and bird of prey are shown in outline with some of the internal detail shown as small dots (pattern of their bodies), large dots (eyes), thin lines (detail on the bird's wings, tail and legs) and solid texture (beak of bird, horns and hooves of antelope).
- Copyright:
- 2013
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Excellent
- Publisher:
- RNIB
- Date of Addition:
- 05/11/17
- Copyrighted By:
- British Museum
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- Art and Architecture
- Submitted By:
- Caroline Walker
- Proofread By:
- N/A
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.