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Tea cup

19th/20th century | Theodor Manak

Tea is served in the Himalayas on social occasions, religious rituals, business meetings, as a greeting or a farewell. The possession and use of such precious ensembles are reserved for high-ranking monks or the social elite. Guests of honor are served tea in such vessels on social occasions.

Tea is served in the Himalayas on social occasions, religious rituals, business meetings, as a greeting or a farewell. The possession and use of such precious ensembles are reserved for high-ranking monks or the social elite. Guests of honor are served tea in such vessels on social occasions.

Collection:
Theodor Manak

Time:
19th/20th century

Object Name
Tea bowl

Material/technology:
Nickel silver, agate

Copyright
Weltmuseum Wien

Invs.
151688_a_c