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AGATE BOWL

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

The bowl is carved from a reddish striped agate. The shape suggests inspiration was from Chinese porcelain. The sides slope outwards as the height of the bowl increase. Its rim curves outwards. There is a ring foot.

Object name:
AGATE BOWL
Made from:
Agate
Made in:
Russia
Date made:
19th c.
Size:
5.7 cm (2 1/4 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
21.12
Class:
HARDSTONE
Signature marks:
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973