Lidded thumb glass

anonymous, c. 1600 - c. 1700

The glass owes its name to the circular ‘holes’ for thumbs on its bowl. While drinking, these indentations made it easier to keep a firmer grip. This was necessary, since when filled the glass could weigh up to four kilos! It was most likely used for special occasions. The glass would have been passed from person to person during a communal toast.

  • Artwork typelid, duimenglas
  • Object numberBK-1960-160
  • Dimensionsheight 33.5 cm x diameter 18 cm
  • Physical characteristicshelder, groen glas

Identification

  • Title(s)

    Lidded thumb glass

  • Object type

  • Object number

    BK-1960-160

  • Description

    Ingestoken bodem. Gladde standring. Tonvormig lichaam, met zes duimgaten. Aan de onderzijde twee en op de bovenzijde van het lichaam drie geknepen draden. Licht gewelfd deksel met holle balustervormige knop

Creation

  • Creation

    glassblower: anonymous, Germany

  • Dating

    c. 1600 - c. 1700

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Material and technique

  • Physical description

    helder, groen glas

  • Dimensions

    height 33.5 cm x diameter 18 cm

Acquisition and rights

  • Credit line

    Jonkvrouw A.C.A.J. Clifford Bequest, The Hague

  • Acquisition

    bequest 1960

  • Copyright

    Public domain

Documentation

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