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Goblet: C.55-1975

Object information

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Glassmaker: Unknown

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Description

Lead glass, Lynn type. Bowl supported on flattened knop, and solid stem, terminating on a square hollow base. Engraved with coat of arms and with the intials G.S.C./LYNN/1808

Notes

History note: Ivan Napier Collection

Legal notes

Given by Miss E.H. Bolitho through the Friends of the Fitzwilliam Museum

Measurements and weight

Height: 13.7 cm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1975) by Bolitho, E.H., Miss

Dating

19th Century, Early#
Production date: AD 1808

Components of the work

Bowl
Decoration

Materials used in production

Lead-glass

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: G.S.C./LYNN/1808
  • Method of creation: Engraved
  • Type: Inscription

Identification numbers

Accession number: C.55-1975
Primary reference Number: 24956
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Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Tuesday 25 February 2020 Last processed: Thursday 7 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Applied Arts

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