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Ewer (Iran)

This is a ewer. It is dated 19th century and we acquired it in 1919. Its medium is clear amber glass. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Rodman Wanamaker. It is credited Gift of Rodman Wanamaker.

Its dimensions are

H x diam.: 31 x 11.1 cm (12 3/16 x 4 3/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Ewer (Iran); clear amber glass; H x diam.: 31 x 11.1 cm (12 3/16 x 4 3/8 in.); Gift of Rodman Wanamaker; 1919-24-90

This object was previously on display as a part of the exhibition Shock of the Old: Christopher Dresser.

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