Footed beaker of colorless glass with double overlay, Josephinenhütte

Footed beaker of colorless glass with white opaque crystal enamel and a pink gold-ruby overlay; features a rising, solid, hollow foot with a raised ring and a domed, pushed-in base. The ovoid body has a distinct, applied rim; the walls are decorated with a cut pattern consisting of olive-cut facets, circular indentations, and arched panels. The pink-colored areas are embellished with gold painting, and the applied rim features gold-line detailing. The beaker is in good, intact condition; the gold rim and gold painted elements show signs of wear (rubbing). Produced by the Gräflich Schaffgotsch’sche Josephinenhütte; designed by Franz Pohl, circa 1850. Height: approx. 12.3 cm; diameter: approx. 7.5 cm. Ref.: Stefania Zelasko, *Josephinenhütte 1842–1900*.