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Cup and Cover

early 20th century (original dated 1480)
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Cup and Cover
  • Date: early 20th century (original dated 1480)
  • Culture: German
  • Medium: Crystal, and gilded silver
  • Dimensions: Overall: 8 3/8 x 5 13/16 x 4 1/4 in. (21.2 x 14.7 x 10.8 cm)
    Lid: 2 5/16 x 3 1/4 in. (5.9 x 8.3 cm)
    Cup: 6 1/2 x 5 13/16 x 4 1/4 in. (16.5 x 14.7 x 10.8 cm)
  • Classification: Reproductions-Metalwork
  • Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1909
  • Object Number: 09.200.16a, b
  • Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters
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