START WITH ART: Sandpiper Kovsh

We're starting our day by examining the vessel pictured below. Take a look at the artwork then read the questions to the students/children in your life and see how starting your day with art can ignite creativity and critical thinking!

Title: Sandpiper Kovsh

Artist: Sixth Moscow Artel 

Date: 1908-1917

Medium: Silver gilding, painted and filigree enamel, cabochon garnets

Dimensions: 14.6 x 25.1 x 11.1 cm

Start with Art Questions:

• What do you suppose this object might be for? (Hint: Kovsh is defined as a ladle or drinking vessel with a boat-shaped bowl and a handle at one end).

• Describe the decoration on the vessel. Is it intricate? Delicate? 

• Look closely at the eye. What does it appear was used for the sandpiper's eye? 

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