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Goblet
(c. 1880)
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- National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Purchased, 1881
- Gallery location
- Not on display
About this work
This large chalice-like goblet is inspired by late medieval metalware forms. The applied decoration imitates the stones on jewel-encrusted medieval metal, gold and silver goblets. It is executed in aventurine glass, giving the appearance of metal particles suspended in the glass.
Artwork Details
Purchased, 1881
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