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Pulque Beaker

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Clear glass beaker with a wide mouth and a slightly narrower base. The glass features an etched design of leaves and flowers, with a starburst pattern in the center. The beaker is sitting on a flat surface, with a small inscription on the bottom. The background is plain white. The beaker is by artist Miguel Covarrubias and is titled "Pulque Beaker".

Artwork Details

Date
1775–1825
Medium
Non-lead glass
Culture
Spanish
Dimensions
544 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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