Lot 59
  • 59

A Silesian 'Kuglergraveurglas' beaker with view of Warmbrunn Riesengebirge, dated 1821

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • 11.5cm., 4½in.
the cylindrical form engraved with a panoramic view inscribed Warmbrunn below and Riese Koppe, Teiche, Kynast and Schneeg above, within a rectangular line panel, the reverse inscribed  L et F.H. zu d. 23 May 1821, within a pair of tied oakleaf branches, below a meandering ribbon and stylised flowerhead border, the base cut with a band of palmettes, radial-cut base

Literature

Dietmar Zoedler, Schlesisches Glas - Schlesische Gläser, p.148, pl.66

Condition

slightly polished rim
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