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Cup
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Cup

anonymous · c. 1600 - c. 1625 · bandagaat; gold (metal); email; lead glass

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

About this work

The simple shape of this coupe emphasizes the natural colouration of the agate. A jeweller turned the cup into a work of art. He added a rock-crystal lid and foot, and crafted the gold soldier carrying the entire object on his shoulders.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
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coupe
Credit lineCoupe. c. 1600 - c. 1625. anonymous. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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