Covered Pokal
Manufacturer
Unknown
CultureSilesian
Dateca. 1750
MediumBlown glass | Brass
DimensionsOverall: 9 1/4 in. (23.5 cm)
Overall, Rim: 2 13/16 in. (7.1 cm)
Base: 3 1/2 in. (8.9 cm)
Overall, Rim: 2 13/16 in. (7.1 cm)
Base: 3 1/2 in. (8.9 cm)
InscribedThe four cartouches are engraved as follows: "Ich suche im Feuer. Ich suche in der Luft. Ich suche in der Erde. Ich suche in Wasser. O ihr Narren all vier. Wass ihr sucht das hab ich hier" which means "I am looking in the fire. I am looking in the air. I am looking in the earth. I am looking in the water. Oh you fools all four. What you are looking for, I have here (in the wine)".
Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.
Object number0.2368
Not on view
DescriptionCovered pokal or goblet of clear blown glass with a panel cut stem. The bowl is engraved with five cartouches, four of which represent the four natural elements (earth, air, fire and water) and the fifth is a homage to the elements. The cartouches are bordered by engraved floral decoration and scrollwork. The rim is gilded. Base badly damaged. Rim regilded, repaired by placing brass band around rim.
Worcester Porcelain Company
ca. 1770
Worcester Porcelain Company
ca. 1770
