cruet (Stand)
About this object
History of use
Used to hold liquids such as oil and vinegar.
Cultural context
functional; decorative
Physical description
Cruet. Two white containers with flat base, straight luted sides, everted rims, joined by 3.5 cm. wide vertical section. Tall handle in shape of two intertwined eels or possibly dolphins, one red-purple, one yellow. Six relief heads of winged angels on ends, sides.
Date Made
Austrian Hapsburg (1750-1775)
Date Acquired
2 Dec 1988
How Acquired
Donated
Credit Line
The Koerner European Ceramics CollectionMore...
Measurements
21.2 x 21.2 x 10.4 cm
Object Number
Cg244