Narwhal Goblet
ca. 1600/05, Artist: Jan Vermeyen (Goldschmiedearbeit)
Narwhal Goblet
Rudolf II supported not only the arts but also the sciences. In his day these included astrology and alchemy, which the emperor valued very highly. Exotic natural specimens, metals and precious stones were believed to have special powers. In vessels of “unicorn horn” or bezoar stone, amulets and even table bells, these beliefs were expressed in the shape of exceptional showpieces.
Object data
Object Name
container; lidded cup
Culture
Prague; Milan (cameos on the lid)
Dated
ca. 1600/05
Artist
Jan Vermeyen (Goldschmiedearbeit) (vor 1559 Brüssel - 1608 Prag) - GND
Miseroni - Werkstatt in Mailand (Kameen am Deckel) (Ende 16. Jahrhundert / Anfang 17. Jahrhundert)
Material
Narwhal tusk, gold, enamel, diamonds, rubies, agate, ivory
Dimensions
22,2 cm × 12,1 cm
Image rights
Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien, Kunstkammer
Inv. No.
Kunstkammer, 1113
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