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Becher, Gefäß

Ende 16. Jahrhundert

This rock crystal cup is decorated with „festons“, i. e. tendrils of flowers and leafs, and floral motifs. It was used as a talisman: it should bring luck in battles and help against cataracts of older people.

This rock crystal cup is decorated with „festons“, i. e. tendrils of flowers and leafs, and floral motifs. It was used as a talisman: it should bring luck in battles and help against cataracts of older people.

Time:
Ende 16. Jahrhundert

Object Name
Becher, Gefäß

Culture
Mailand

Material/technology:
Bergkristall, Silber vergoldet, geschnitten

Dimensions:
H. 14,5 cm

Copyright
Schloss Ambras Innsbruck

Invs.
Schloss Ambras Innsbruck, PA 1113

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