Silver Bowl from the Sassanid Dynasty
This bowl is a cultural relic from the Sassanid Dynasty (224-651 AD), originating from Iran. It is made of silver and has an overall size of 5 x 13.4 centimeters. The people of the Sassanid dynasty attached great importance to the enjoyment of life. It is said that a good Zoroastrian should divide his day into three parts: farming, philosophical thinking, and eating, resting, and enjoying. The abundance of luxury goods in the Sassanid dynasty proves their emphasis on the last part of life. This bowl is currently housed in the Cleveland Museum of Art in the United States.