Cup with Two Handles
13th or early 14th c.
To the medieval mind, vessels of precious stones had a value and significance far beyond their prestige or beauty. Equally important were healing and other powers that such stones were believed to possess as well as their allegorical interpretation in the light of Christian doctrine. Rock crystal, for example, symbolized purity and strength of faith, while agate was considered an effective antidote to poison.
To the medieval mind, vessels of precious stones had a value and significance far beyond their prestige or beauty. Equally important were healing and other powers that such stones were believed to possess as well as their allegorical interpretation in the light of Christian doctrine. Rock crystal, for example, symbolized purity and strength of faith, while agate was considered an effective antidote to poison.
Time:
13th or early 14th c.
Object Name
Vessel; Bowl
Culture
Paris
Material/technology:
Rock crystal
Dimensions:
H. 10 cm, L. 21 cm (mit Henkeln), B. 14,2 cm, Dm. über Henkelachse 14,9 cm, Henkel 1,7 cm breit
Copyright
Kunsthistorisches Museum, Kunstkammer
Invs.
Kunstkammer, 2306