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Kashkul (Begging Bowl for a Dervish) - JB.1083, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 19 th Century AD, Dimensions: 12.2" (31.0cm) high x 6.2" (15.7cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Medium: Coco-de-Mer. The kashkul or beggar’s bowl was a sign of the religious poverty assumed by Islamic mystics. They often bear inscriptions, including verses from the Qur’an as well as poetry in Persian praising the ‘kashkul’ in mystical terms. Traditionally they were used to deliver food to the poor.
Antiquities
Ancient Near East
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