Lapis Lazuli Tazza
Lapis Lazuli Tazza
Published 2023-03-22T10:58:42+00:00
Material: Mineral,Lapis lazuli, Metal,silver . | Accession No: CG 020. | Current Location: The Hunt Museum Limerick. | Dimensions (cm): H 14 x W 18 x D 18,Diam. (ext.) 35.5 x H 14.4.
Description: A tazza in lapis lazuli with silver-gilt mounts and stem. The rim has a beaded motif, and the centrepiece is a rosette of flowers and leaves. The stem is cast and features a repeated motif of alternating rams and lions heads, with pendant sprays and swags, between rings, and an upright palmette motif on its base. The base has a cut-card rim. Recessed under the base is a plate with four ovoid cut-outs, each framed in a cartouche, four panels of fruit and a central rosette, all chased.
Date Made: 17th century AD
Date published | 22/03/2023 |
Title | Lapis Lazuli Tazza |