Chalcedony Glass Sake Cup
The glassware known as chalcedony was developed in Renaissance Venice. Production ceased in the eighteenth century, only to be revived in the mid-nineteenth century. These examples of chalcedony glassware reveal skill and artistry equal to that of European makers, although they were produced only shortly after the technique was introduced into Japan in the mid-1800s.
Artwork Details
- 練上手脚付杯
- Title: Chalcedony Glass Sake Cup
- Period: Edo period (1615–1868)
- Date: second half 19th century
- Culture: Japan
- Medium: Marbled glass
- Dimensions: H. 1 1/2 in. (3.8 cm); Diam. 2 in. (5.1 cm)
- Classification: Glass
- Credit Line: Purchase, Friends of Asian Art Gifts, in honor of Douglas Dillon, 2001
- Object Number: 2001.58.2
- Curatorial Department: Asian Art
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