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Bidri Pandan with Chevrons
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A <em>pandan</em> is a lidded vessel for serving <em>paan</em>, which has been enjoyed in India for more than two thousand years. Paan is betel or areca nut mixed with lime powder, aromatics such as clove cinnamon, or cardamom, and wrapped in betel leaf. The whole packet is chewed after a meal as a mild stimulant and mouth freshener.
| Artist / Maker | Anonymous, Bidar |
|---|---|
| Date | c. 1700 |
| Culture / Origin | Southwestern India, Deccan, Karnataka, Bidar |
| Medium | Zinc alloy with silver overlay |
| Dimensions | Diameter: 15 cm (5 7/8 in.); height: 10.5 cm (4 1/8 in.) |
| Department | Indian and Southeast Asian Art |
| Type | Metalwork |
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