Huqqa Base
18th century - 19th century (made)
| Place of origin |
Brass hookah bowl in a double gourd shape, chased with arabesque. The top is also made made from brass, partially inalid with turquoise with a pierced lid. The middle of the top is ornamented with a crystal ball.
Object details
| Object type | |
| Parts | This object consists of 3 parts.
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| Materials and techniques | Brass
Turquoise
Crystal |
| Brief description | Brass hookah bowl in a double gourd shape, chased with arabesque. The top is also made made from brass, partially inalid with turquoise with a pierced lid. The middle of the top is ornamented with a crystal ball. |
| Physical description | Brass hookah bowl in a double gourd shape, chased with arabesque. The top is also made made from brass, partially inalid with turquoise with a pierced lid. The middle of the top is ornamented with a crystal ball. |
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| Production type | Design |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | 502:1-1876 |
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| Record created | June 25, 2009 |
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