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The Frances M. Norbeck Fundexpand_more 2000.67.2a-c
This covered cup from Iraq would have been used for drinking wine during kiddush, literally sanctification, a prayer said over wine during the Sabbath or other holiday. The floral decorations and stylized bird motif on the cover are common Middle Eastern design motifs.
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