Footed Beaker
Manufacturer
Unknown
CultureSilesian
Dateca. 1750-1775
MediumEngraved glass
DimensionsOverall: 4 3/8 in. (11.1 cm)
Overall, Rim: 2 7/8 in. (7.3 cm)
Base: 2 5/16 in. (5.9 cm)
Overall, Rim: 2 7/8 in. (7.3 cm)
Base: 2 5/16 in. (5.9 cm)
InscribedInscribed: "Ess lebe was im Herlzen treu im Munde ohne Heucheley" meaning "May what is true in the heart not be distorted by speech".
Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.
Object number71.6880
Not on view
DescriptionFooted beaker of clear glass. Vertically-paneled engraved garden view. Scroll & foliage design. Reverse a cartouche enclosing an inscription with an attached thick slightly conical foot with a facet cut edge.
