Islamic ArtMetalmid-17th centuryBidri Huqqa (Water Pipe) Base with a Meandering Riverside Landscape is a metal Bidar from India created in mid-17th century using zinc alloy inlaid with brass and silver measuring H. 8 1/4 in. (21 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Zinc alloy inlaid with brass and silver |
| Dimensions | H. 8 1/4 in. (21 cm) |
| Classification | Metal |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Private Collection, London |
| Date | mid-17th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Bidar, India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Bidri Huqqa (Water Pipe) Base with a Meandering Riverside Landscape?
Bidri Huqqa (Water Pipe) Base with a Meandering Riverside Landscape is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Bidri Huqqa (Water Pipe) Base with a Meandering Riverside Landscape created?
Bidri Huqqa (Water Pipe) Base with a Meandering Riverside Landscape dates to mid-17th century.
What material is Bidri Huqqa (Water Pipe) Base with a Meandering Riverside Landscape made from?
Bidri Huqqa (Water Pipe) Base with a Meandering Riverside Landscape is crafted from zinc alloy inlaid with brass and silver.
Where does Bidri Huqqa (Water Pipe) Base with a Meandering Riverside Landscape originate?
Bidri Huqqa (Water Pipe) Base with a Meandering Riverside Landscape originates from India.
Is Bidri Huqqa (Water Pipe) Base with a Meandering Riverside Landscape in the public domain?
Bidri Huqqa (Water Pipe) Base with a Meandering Riverside Landscape is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.