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Miniature Garnet Cup with Dragon-Head Handles

late 16th century–early 17th
Not on view
On loan to The Met
This work of art is currently on loan to the museum.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Miniature Garnet Cup with Dragon-Head Handles
  • Date: late 16th century–early 17th
  • Geography: (none assigned) India, probably Deccan
  • Medium: Carved from star garnet (deep reddish purple with brownish undertones, displaying asterism); with gilded silver mounts
  • Dimensions: H. 1 1/4 in. (3.2 cm)
    W. 2 1/2 in. (6.4 cm)
    D. 1 3/16 in. (3 cm)
    Wt. 1.3 oz. (36.18 g)
  • Classification: Stone
  • Credit Line: The al-Sabah Collection, Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah, Kuwait
  • Curatorial Department: Islamic Art