Kovsh

1908-1917

12.7 cm 8.4 cm 8 cm

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The shape of this "stil moderne" kovsh is suggestive of a horse, or hippocamp, emerging from the waves with its head, neck, and scrolling "feet" constituting the handle. The creature is enameled in painted pastel colors against an opaque grayish white background. The bowl is c...

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Jean M. Riddell, Washington, D.C. [date and mode of acquisition unknown]; Walters Art Museum, 2010, by bequest.
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en
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