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CUP (CHARKA)

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

Top of handle and interior of bowl are engraved with floral scrolls against a stippled and nielloed background. On bottom is a bird with floral scrolls engraved and gilt, also against a stippled and nielloed ground. Three ball and claw feet.

Object name:
CUP (CHARKA)
Made from:
Silver gilt -- niello
Made in:
Moscow, Russia
Date made:
1675-1700
Size:
9.5 cm (3 3/4 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
13.2
Class:
NIELLO
Signature marks:
mark swan underside of handle French import mark after 1893
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973