beaker

Object NameBeaker

Makerpossibly Fritz Heckert (Silesian, 1837-1887)

Made FromNon-lead glass

Date1880-1890

Techniqueblown, enameled, gilt

SizeH: 6", D (top): 3 3/8"

Accession Number64.3.1

Credit LineGift of Edwin J. Beinecke

Curatorial Area(s)

Modern

Place Made

Bohemia; Silesia

Physical DescriptionColorless non-lead glass; blown, enameled, gilt. Tapered, straight-sides, ground rim; gilt band below the rim, with red and blue lines and white geometric enameled borders below; enameled stylized floral and foliate band below; elaborate enameled coat of arms on the side, inscribed in white enamel above ".COM.WALDECCIAE."; stylized flowering plant on the reverse, inscribed above in white enamel ".ANNO.1628."; elaborate enameled "stars" on either side; enameled green ground, with sprouting plants, below; enameled red and blue bands near the base; flat bottom.
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