The poppy motifs surrounding the body of this hookah bowl may reference its use for the smoking of opium. Cobalt was used to create the deep blue hue. Mughal India 17-18th century, Walters Art Museum [2307×2048]

The poppy motifs surrounding the body of this hookah bowl may reference its use for the smoking of opium. Cobalt was used to create the deep blue hue. Mughal India 17-18th century, Walters Art Museum [2307×2048]

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