Cleveland Museum of Art

Cover for a Standing Cup

Date

1593

Medium

silver, partially gilt

Culture

London, England, late 16th century

Department

Decorative Art and Design

Institution

Cleveland Museum of Art

Produced during the last years of the Tudor dynasty (1485–1603), this lid and the accompanying vessel exemplify the symmetrical patterns, horizontal designs, and clear division of space typical of English silverwork at the time. The functional shape and ornamental designs characteristic of standing cups made them ideal for ceremonial occasions. This is the lid to a standing cup. See cover record.

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