Brass Bowl (Narjivan)

Object/Artifact

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MGK Collection

Name/Title

Brass Bowl (Narjivan)

Description

Brass bowl inscribed with the words Նարճիվան Ժամկոչեան 1886 Նոյեմբեր 11 (Narjivan Jamgochian, November 11, 1886). Likely used for bathing, possibly in a hammam (public bath). The bowl is decorated with two stylized birds at the top corners. The inscribed date is likely a birthdate.

Category

Bowls

Dimensions

Height

3 in

Diameter

9-3/4 in

Weight

2 lb

Material

Brass

Web Links and URLs

Azad Or

General Notes

Note Type

Historical Note

Note

Narjivan is an uncommon name, appearing in only two known newspaper records—one of which is from Athens—though it cannot be confirmed that they refer to the same individual.

Created By

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Create Date

May 3, 2025

Updated By

garenkazanc@hotmail.com

Update Date

May 3, 2025