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Whiskey Taster

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black glass cup with a wide mouth and a narrow base. The cup has a shiny surface and features an etched design around its middle section. The design consists of a central oval shape surrounded by curved lines and shapes, resembling a leaf or teardrop pattern. The cup appears to be made of thick glass and has a small foot at the bottom. The background is light gray with the cup's shadow cast to the left. The title of the image is Whiskey Taster by an unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
1840–60
Medium:
Lacy pressed amethyst glass
Dimensions:
599 × 572 px
Museum record:
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