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bowls (vessels)

 Subject
Subject Source: Art & Architecture Thesaurus
Scope Note: Rounded vessels that are generally wider than they are high, usually hemispherical or nearly so. A bowl may have a spreading base or foot ring and sometimes two handles or a cover. Distinguished from a cup, which is rather deep than wide.

Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:

A Small Exhibition of Mexican Folk Art, December 12, 1953-January 10, 1954

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Abstract

An exhibition of traditional folk art objects by Mexican artists, including chess pieces, candelabra, toys, and religious paintings, clay objects, bowls, and vases. The exhibition records span one folder plus photographs.

Dates: December 12, 1953-January 10, 1954

Ceramics by Dan Rhodes, January 9-February 28, 1948

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An exhibition of about 50 ceramic bowls, plates, and platters by American artist Dan Rhodes. The exhibition records span four folders.

Dates: January 9-February 28, 1948

Porcelains and Pottery: Past and Present, June 2-July 31, 1944

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An exhibition of bowls, vases, and plates surveying the development of porcelain and pottery. Many of the objects were from the permanent collection of the museum. The exhibition records span one folder of registration receipts.

Dates: June 2-July 31, 1944