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Two copper metal vessels sit side-by-side. The left object is a cylindrical pedestal flaring at the top and bottom. The right object is a deep, rounded bowl with a decorative band near the rim and a footed base.
Pedestal Bowl
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Pedestal Bowl

Maker Indian Artist
Date20th century
Place of originIndia, Asia
MediumCopper
DimensionsA: 2 1/2 x 4 3/8 x 4 3/8 in. (6.4 x 11.1 x 11.1 cm)
B: 1 1/2 x 3 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. (3.8 x 8.9 x 8.9 cm)
ClassificationsFurnishings and Equipment
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Needham
Object number1987.1.130
Collections
Visual DescriptionTwo copper metal vessels sit side-by-side. The left object is a cylindrical pedestal flaring at the top and bottom. The right object is a deep, rounded bowl with a decorative band near the rim and a footed base.
Curatorial RemarksTwo copper metal vessels sit side-by-side. The left object is cylindrical with a wide mouth, flaring at the top and bottom. The right object is a deep, rounded bowl with a decorative band near the rim and a footed base.
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