Bottle

Art Historical Context

This elegant 10th-century bottle, crafted from cut glass, exemplifies the refined artistry of the Islamic world during the medieval period. Standing at 10 inches tall with a diameter of 5¾ inches, its graceful form suggests it was designed as both a functional vessel—perhaps for perfumes or oils—and a luxurious decorative. The unknown artisan's mastery is evident in the cut glass medium, a labor-intensive technique where designs were meticulously incised into the surface using grinding wheels, creating sparkling facets that catch the light. Cut glass vessels like this one were a hallmark of I...