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1977

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Bowl And Cover

This is a Bowl and cover. We acquired it in 1977. Its medium is enamel. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Peter G. Sachs. It is credited Gift of Mrs. Howard J. Sachs in memory of Mr. Howard J. Sachs.

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  • Lent by Private Collection.
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Its dimensions are

H x diam.: 15.5 x 9.8 cm (6 1/8 x 3 7/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Bowl And Cover; enamel; H x diam.: 15.5 x 9.8 cm (6 1/8 x 3 7/8 in.); Gift of Mrs. Howard J. Sachs in memory of Mr. Howard J. Sachs; 1977-40-7-a/e

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