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CHARKA

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

Small charka on circular foot. Two narrow engraved lines are barely visible around the rim of the cup. Body of the cup is decorated in repoussé with profusion of rocaille scrolls, plant forms and flowers. Narrow vertical lobes form the border on the bottom of the cup. Partially visible stippling marks are visible on the scrolls and background.

Object name:
CHARKA
Made from:
Bronze or brass
Made in:
Russia
Date made:
17th c.-Early 18th c.
Size:
4.7 × 6 cm (1 7/8 × 2 3/8 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
14.299
Signature marks:
Credit line:
Gift of Michael D. Kaydouh, 2003