Bronze-plated vase with six inlaid scarabs. White clay body, semi-porcelain, cast. Bulbous body with long slender neck with slightly flaring rim. Raised ribs on neck and extending down body, incorporating six iridescent amber glass scarabs into the recessed areas around the shoulder. Allover electro-plating of bronze, with dark patina.
Credit: Gift of Marcia and William Goodman
c. 1909-10
Molded and bronze electroplated semi-porcelain, mold-blown favrile glass
1984-84-31
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