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Bell-Shaped Huqqa Base with Floral Design

18th/19th century
Zinc alloy inlaid with copper and silver (bidriware)
15.8 × 15.8 cm (6.2 × 6.2 in)

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In the collection of Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago · as of July 2026

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