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

Goblet

Manufacturer Unknown

CultureSilesian

Dateca. 1700-1750

MediumGlass

DimensionsOverall: 6 3/16 in. (15.7 cm)
Overall, Rim: 2 11/16 in. (6.8 cm)
Base: 3 3/8 in. (8.6 cm)

InscribedInscribed around glass: "Das glas zerbricht die freundschaft nicht" (Glass breaks-friendship doesn't).

Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.

Object number71.6874

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DescriptionGoblet of clear glass. Thistle shaped twelve panel cut on a solid facet cut reverse baluster stem. Slightly conical foot with engraved stylized leaf and blossom on the rim. On underside are cut polished radial ovals around the center. Bowl is panel cut with twelve panels. Cone shaped bottom third is plain. Rest is engraved as friendship goblet (freundschaft) with two clasped hands holding a chalice over two flaming hearts. Rest is completely decorated with engraved leaf, ribbon, etc. One nick on rim.