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The sculpture is an ornate goblet with a lid. The goblet is made primarily of clear glass, although the top, the base, and a line down the side are adorned with gold-colored metal bands featuring enamel work in green, yellow, brown, and blue. The designs on the metal include flowers, fruit, weapons, and musical instruments. There is a section of text at the top of the goblet, below the lid. At the top of the lid is a white knob.

Covered Cup with Shield of Arms of the Countess of Gleichen

Freiburg-im-Breisgau 16th Century · German

c. 1566 (crystal); 1566 (mounts)

Medium
rock crystal and enameled gold
Classification
Decorative Art
Period
1551 to 1600
Image size
10169 × 14350px

Description

The sculpture is an ornate goblet with a lid. The goblet is made primarily of clear glass, although the top, the base, and a line down the side are adorned with gold-colored metal bands featuring enamel work in green, yellow, brown, and blue. The designs on the metal include flowers, fruit, weapons, and musical instruments. There is a section of text at the top of the goblet, below the lid. At the top of the lid is a white knob.

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