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Object Name:
Chess piece
Date:
9th–12th century
Geography:
Iran, Nishapur
Medium:
Alabaster; carved
Dimensions:
1 3/8 in. high (3.5 cm high)
Classification:
Gaming pieces
Credit Line:
Rogers Fund, 1940
Accession Number:
40.170.422

This artwork is currently on display in Gallery 453

140007380

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