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Crystal shell cup on foot

second half 19th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Crystal shell cup on foot
  • Date: second half 19th century
  • Culture: Western Europe, probably Austria or Germany
  • Medium: Quartz cut on the wheel.
  • Dimensions: H. 11.7 cm, l. 11.5 cm, w. 8.5 cm
  • Classifications: Jewelry, Precious Metals and Precious Stones
  • Credit Line: Robert Lehman Collection, 1975
  • Object Number: 1975.1.1500
  • Curatorial Department: The Robert Lehman Collection

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