Glass beaker with dragon-shaped handle, Qing Dynasty, 1644-1912
Glass
height 11 cm
height 4 3/8 in
height 4 3/8 in
ES.9829
A unique Chinese clear glass beaker, mould blown and cut in the manner of carved rock crystal. It was finely decorated with depicting geometric motifs and two pairs of eyes,...
A unique Chinese clear glass beaker, mould blown and cut in the manner of carved rock crystal. It was finely decorated with depicting geometric motifs and two pairs of eyes, while the handle is in the shape of a dragon. The beaker has a conical shape with a flaring neck, a plain rim with a flat lip, a bulge in the lower part of the body. The base consists of a pad.