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Bokaal

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Date: c. 1660
Medium: gold (metal)
Culture: Augsburg
Institution: Rijksmuseum

The foot and stem of this cup resemble an island with a pollarded tree. Leaning against its trunk is Orpheus, the mythical bard who could charm animals with his lyre. His audience consists of all kinds of birds and a few imaginary creatures, including winged mermaids. The bowl is ornamented with scenes from Ovid’s Metamorphoses.

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