18th century
India
Object qualities
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Objecttableware: Perfume sprinkler
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Type of arts & crafts
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MediumGlass, colorless; mold blown, enameled and gilded
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SizeH. 5 1/2 in. (14.0 cm) Diam. 2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm)
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Geography detailsAttributed to
India -
Country today
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Date18th century
Source of information
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Type of sourceDatabase “Metropolitan Museum of Art”
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Fund that the source refers toMetropolitan Museum of Art
Description
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Perfume sprinklers such as these were filled with rosewater and sprinkled to scent a space during festive occasions. The lotus and other flowers in colorful enamel decoration reference the sweet smells found inside this elaborate bottle.
