Decorative Arts

Mango-shaped flask, mid-17th century; Mughal Attributed to India Rock crystal set with gold, enamel, rubies, and emeralds; H. 2 1/2 in. (6.5 cm) Purchase, Mrs. Charles Wrightsman Gift, 1993 (1993.18) www.metmuseum.org

In Islamic cultures the decorative arts (textiles, illuminated manuscripts, metalwork, ceramics, glassware, etc.) provided the primary means of artistic expression. European medieval art included the decorative arts, but architecture, stained glass windows and sculpture were preeminent.

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