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TEA GLASS HOLDER

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

Holder is in openwork enameled in red, green, turquoise and blue. Ancient motif of the paried birds on either side of the Tree of Paradise and flowers decorate the tea-holder. There is an inscription in two parts "Dear guest, drink to your health . Baluster shaped handle is also enamelled.

Object name:
TEA GLASS HOLDER
Made from:
Metal -- enamel
Made in:
Moscow, Russia
Date made:
20th c.
Size:
7.9 × 11.1 cm (3 1/8 × 4 3/8 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
15.33.1-2
Class:
ENAMEL
Signature marks:
INSCRIPTION
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973