Beaker

Wilhelm Hoffman|Harrachsche Hütte

ca. 1840 · White overlay glass, cut, polished, enameled, and gilt · European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

The distinctive effect of this piece is achieved by "windows" cut through a white glass overlay to the clear glass below, with decorative enameling on the white glass. This piece was possibly made for the Turkish market.

Artist

Wilhelm Hoffman|Harrachsche Hütte

Date

ca. 1840

Medium

White overlay glass, cut, polished, enameled, and gilt

Culture

Bohemian, Neuwelt (Nový Svet) with Prague decoration

Department

European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

Credit line

Munsey Fund, 1927