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Spindle Whorl — Iran, early Islamic period

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Written by: Volkan DemirResearcher · Islamic & Ottoman Arts
Carpets & Textiles · Catalogue no. 56700
Iran, early Islamic period

Spindle Whorl

StatusReference work · Not for sale
Held byCleveland Museum of Art
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Artist / MakerIran, early Islamic period
Date700s - 900s
Culture / OriginIran, early Islamic period
Mediumbone, incised
DimensionsOverall: 0.5 x 1.5 x 1.5 cm (3/16 x 9/16 x 9/16 in.)
DepartmentTextiles
TypeSpindle Whorl
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