Handcarved dumbbells from the Zurkhaneh (House of Strength)
DateMid-20th century
Place madeIran, South Asia, Asia
MediumEbony wood
Dimensions20 1/2 × 6 5/16 × 6 5/16 in. (52 × 16 × 16 cm)
Classifications(Classification Not Used)
Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, gift of Robert and Luba Staller, A.2016.50.2ab
Object numberA.2016.50.2ab
DescriptionPair of handcarved eboney dumbbells. Body of dumbbell has vertical ridges which are interupted by short diagonal ridges right before the base. Each dumbbell has a handle at one end. They are heavy, hand carved from one solid piece of wood. One (a) is in perfect condition. The other (b) has a long natural crack.On View
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2012
Jar: 1662-1772, Lid: 18th century
