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Dervish’s Kashkul

Regional History and Local Lore Museum of the City of Semey

UUID: 6971f3af1389b5e05

Square or round in shape, uniform on all sides, boat-shaped vessel. Dervishes carried it on their shoulder, suspended by a belt. Dark brown in color. Has two holes (no handle). The exterior is polished, while the interior is carved with depressions and marks.
Widely used in Southeast Asia, Iran, Central Asia, and India. Served as a container for liquids, food, and alms. Holds spiritual significance.
It possibly reached the city of Semey via the Great Silk Road. Presumably entered the museum in 1951.

Materials: wood or coconut (presumed)
Dimensions: length - 23 cm, width - 12 cm, depth - 9 cm
Technique: carving, polishing, drilling

Condition: satisfactory.

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