Lot 353
  • 353

A Russian Engraved Glass Goblet, probably St. Petersburg Glassworks, 1741-1761

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • Engraved glass
  • Height 7 1/8 in.
  • 18.1 cm
with bell-shaped bowl set on a stem encompassing three faceted knops or 'apples' and enclosing a large bubble throughout the length of the stem, set on spreading foot; the base of the bowl faceted to conform with the decoration on the stem, the bowl engraved on one side with the Imperial eagle, the other with the crowned cypher of Elizaveta Petrovna, both flanked by foliate and berry sprigs

Condition

overall good condition
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