Jug
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Jug

TitleJug
Datelate 900s 10th century
Mediumgold with repoussé and chased and engraved decoration
ClassificationMetalwork
OriginIran or Iraq, Baghdad, Buyid Period, reign of Samsam al-Dawla (985-998 AD) Iran or Iraq
Holding institutionThe Cleveland Museum of Art
Credit lineJug, late 900s. Iran or Iraq, Baghdad, Buyid Period, reign of Samsam al-Dawla (985-998 AD). Gold with repoussé and chased and engraved decoration; overall: 12.5 x 10.2 cm (4 15/16 x 4 in.); diameter of base: 7 cm (2 3/4 in.). The Cleveland Museum of Art, Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund, 1966.22
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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“Jug” is a work of unattributed authorship, dated late 900s. It is executed in gold with repoussé and chased and engraved decoration and classified as metalwork. This work is in the public domain (CC0), so the image may be downloaded and reused for any purpose without permission (see the licence note below).

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