18th C. Indian Mughal Bronze Betel Nut Spittoon
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**Originally Listed At $200**
Central Asia, India, late Mughal period, ca. 18th century CE. A heavy cast bronze spittoon with a round body and large, flared rim. The surface is densely decorated with panels of low relief, five-petaled flowers. Used as part of the consumption of betel nut, which is similar to chewing tobacco, this piece reflects the beauty of even everyday objects in the Mughal period. Size: 4.2" W x 2.55" H (10.7 cm x 6.5 cm)
Provenance: private Tucson, Arizona, USA collection
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Central Asia, India, late Mughal period, ca. 18th century CE. A heavy cast bronze spittoon with a round body and large, flared rim. The surface is densely decorated with panels of low relief, five-petaled flowers. Used as part of the consumption of betel nut, which is similar to chewing tobacco, this piece reflects the beauty of even everyday objects in the Mughal period. Size: 4.2" W x 2.55" H (10.7 cm x 6.5 cm)
Provenance: private Tucson, Arizona, USA collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#129504
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Patina on surface, with nicely preserved form and details.
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18th C. Indian Mughal Bronze Betel Nut Spittoon
Estimate $400 - $600
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