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1958

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Ewer (Iran), 13th century

This is a ewer. It is dated 13th century and we acquired it in 1958. Its medium is glazed and lustred earthenware. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Ephron Gallery. It is credited Gift of Ephron Gallery.

  • Ewer
  • glass.
  • Bequest of Walter Phelps Warren.
  • 1986-61-148

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Its dimensions are

H x diam.: 16.8 x 11.3 cm (6 5/8 x 4 7/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Ewer (Iran), 13th century; glazed and lustred earthenware; H x diam.: 16.8 x 11.3 cm (6 5/8 x 4 7/16 in.); Gift of Ephron Gallery; 1958-72-2

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