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1951

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Hookah Base (India), 19th century

This is a Hookah base. It is dated 19th century and we acquired it in 1951. Its medium is metal, silver (bidri ware). It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Mrs. Russell C. Veit. It is credited Gift of Mrs. Russell C. Veit.

Its dimensions are

H x diam.: 17 x 15.5 cm (6 11/16 x 6 1/8 in.)

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Hookah Base (India), 19th century; metal, silver (bidri ware); H x diam.: 17 x 15.5 cm (6 11/16 x 6 1/8 in.); Gift of Mrs. Russell C. Veit; 1951-66-12

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