Spittoon
10th Century (made)
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| Place of origin |
A spittoon is a receptacle for spitting into. Spittoons have been used for centuries in many parts of the world, and their exact shape and function vary according to local habits. They may be used for spitting out the dregs of a drink, or the residue from chewing stimulants such as tobacco (in Europe) or betel nuts (in south-east Asia).
Object details
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| Object type | |
| Materials and techniques | Porcelain with white glaze |
| Brief description | Spittoon, glazed porcelain, Ding ware, China, Hebei, Tang Dynasty (618-907), 10th century |
| Physical description | Spittoon of porcelain, bulbous bottom with large expanding mouth, covered in white glaze. |
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| Object history | Found in SYRIA |
| Summary | A spittoon is a receptacle for spitting into. Spittoons have been used for centuries in many parts of the world, and their exact shape and function vary according to local habits. They may be used for spitting out the dregs of a drink, or the residue from chewing stimulants such as tobacco (in Europe) or betel nuts (in south-east Asia). |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | C.17-1950 |
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| Record created | March 7, 2000 |
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