New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.

Trick Vessel

Manufacturer Unknown

CultureGerman | Dutch

Date17th century

MediumMold blown glass

DimensionsOverall: 5 5/8 x 7 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. (14.3 x 19.1 x 8.9 cm)

Credit LineGift of Franz W. Sichel

Object number61.90.58

On View

Chrysler Museum of Art, Gallery 116-2, Case 7

DescriptionTrick-drinking vessel/joke glass of clear mold-blown glass. Hollow, in the shape of a four legged pig/dog with a band of rigaree down its back and a large tail. Open with a triangular rim for drinking, pouring or filling. Sick glass, much crizzling and spreading crack. Break in mid-section.

Published ReferencesDr. Von Saldern, _Norfolk Bulletin_, Sept. 1962.