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Written by: James MoreauContributing Writer · Furniture & Decorative Arts
Furniture & Decorative Arts · Catalogue no. 769609
Italian 16th CenturyCovered Cup with Serpent Handle
StatusReference work · Not for sale
Held byNational Gallery of Art, Washington
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| Artist / Maker | Italian 16th Century |
|---|---|
| Date | c. 1620/1630 (all but stem and mounts); late 16th century (stem); late 19th century (mounts) |
| Culture / Origin | Italian |
| Medium | rock crystal and enameled gold |
| Dimensions | overall: 23.2 x 10.3 x 10.3 cm (9 1/8 x 4 1/16 x 4 1/16 in.) |
| Department | Decorative Art |
| Type | Decorative Art |
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