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GOBLET

Creator(s): Daum Frères (Manufacturer)

On view in: Second Floor Hallway


About this object

The champagne goblet commemorates the visit of the Russian Naval delegation to France in 1893. It is decorated with the Imperial double-headed eagle on one side and the double cross of Lorraine on the other. The combined symbols of Russia and Lorraine signaled the French desire for Russia's support in regaining the province.

Object name:
GOBLET
Made from:
Glass
Made in:
Nancy, France
Date made:
1893
Size:
4 1/8 × 3 11/16 in. (10.5 × 9.4 cm)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
23.499
Signature marks:
MARK Daum ☨ Nancy [Underneath] INSCRIPTION Qui s'y frotte s'y pique / plus penser, / que dire [Molded on bowl and stem]
Credit line:
Museum Purchase, 2001