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Covered Bowl

14th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Bell metal, cast and turned with engraved decoration and silver inlay, including an inscription of blessings and roundels with the signs of the zodiac, Iran, 14th century.


Object details

Categories
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Lid
  • Bowl
Materials and techniques
Cast and turned brass with engraved decoration and silver inlay
Brief description
Bell metal, cast and turned with engraved decoration and silver inlay, including an inscription of blessings and roundels with the signs of the zodiac, Iran, 14th century.
Dimensions
  • Height: 13.5cm (including lid)
  • Diameter: 12cm (maximum)
  • Height: 7.5cm (lid only)
  • Diameter: 13.5cm (lid only)
Style
Collection
Accession number
745:1, 2-1889

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Record createdMarch 18, 2003
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