Beaker
Manufacturer
Unknown
CultureBohemian
Dateca. 1730
MediumGlass | Zwischengoldglas
DimensionsOverall: 2 3/8 in. (6 cm)
Overall, Rim: 2 3/8 in. (6 cm)
Base: 1 11/16 in. (4.3 cm)
Overall, Rim: 2 3/8 in. (6 cm)
Base: 1 11/16 in. (4.3 cm)
InscribedOn the front cartouche are the words: "CHARITAS FRATERNA" (Brotherly love). Inscription around medallion on bottom: "DIE BRUDER ?ICHE LIEBE".
Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.
Object number0.2376
Not on view
DescriptionZwischengoldglas tumbler of clear glass panel cut into 16 sections. On the front is a cartouche of an embracing man and woman; on the back is a cartouche of a bouquet of flowers in a vase. Both cartouches are surrounded with scrollwork. On the bottom of the piece is a Zwischengoldglas medallion of two hands clasping flowers and a crown.
Worcester Porcelain Company
ca. 1770
