BEAKER

Creator(s): Unknown (Silversmith)

Currently in storage

About this object

The vase is decorated in repoussé. There is the bust of the Empress Elizabeth I, wearing a laurel crown and the ribbon of an Imperial Order, on one side. On the opposite side is the double headed Imperial eagle surmounted by the Imperial crown done in the same technique. St. George and the Dragon for Moscow on which is the chain of the Order of St. Andrew is on the eagle's breast. About the latter is the same Imperial Order that is worn by the Empress. Between these are clusters of fruit and vegetables tied with a bow-knot at the top.

Object name:

BEAKER

Made from:

Silver

Made in:

Russia

Date made:

1741-1762

Size:

17.3 × 12.9 cm (6 13/16 × 5 1/16 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:

12.24

Class:

SILVER

Signature marks:

MARK bottom: partially effaced hallmark, only a cross being visible possibly for Kostroma

Credit line:

Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973