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Early 17th century

Ash Cup

Artist/maker unknown

This type of cup is placed in a teahouse waiting room, where it is used to hold ash emptied from the pipes of guests.

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Artist/maker unknown, Ash Cup, Early 17th century | Philadelphia Art Museum