tumbler

Object NameTumbler

Made FromNon-lead glass

Dateabout 1700-about 1800

Place MadeCentral Europe

Techniqueblown, enameled

SizeOverall H: 6.5 cm; Rim Diam: 6.5 cm; Foor Diam: 4.2 cm

Accession Number75.3.151

Credit LineGift of John B. Strater, Charles Helme Strater, Jr., and Mrs. Margaret S. Robinson in memory of Charles Helme and Alice B. Strater

Curatorial Area(s)

Early Modern

On ViewThe Jerome and Lucille Strauss Study Gallery

Physical DescriptionColorless non-lead glass; blown, enameled. Tapered, cylindrical shape; enameled border of red, yellow, blue and white repeated arches; a yellow, red and green crown above conjoined hearts, flanked by red, white, yellow, blue and green floral sprays on either side; reverse inscribed "gott sei mit/uns allezeit/von nun an/biss in ewigkeit" ("God be with us at all times, from now until eternity"); flat base with rough pontil mark.
Provenance

Source Margaret S. Robinson

Source Charles Helme Strater Jr.

Source John B. Strater