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Source Description
Produced during the last years of the Tudor dynasty (1485–1603), this vessel exemplifies 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.
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Document identity
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143817
label
Standing Cup
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object
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143817
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object
title
Standing Cup
description
Produced during the last years of the Tudor dynasty (1485–1603), this vessel exemplifies 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.
date
1593
rights
CC0
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CC0
language
en
wikidata
Q80044244
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Silver
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1
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import
dimensionsRaw
Overall: 19.3 x 7.4 cm (7 5/8 x 2 15/16 in.)
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London, England: late 16th century, late 16th century
accession
1968.241.a
Source extras
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silver, partially gilt
tombstone
Standing Cup, 1593. London, England: late 16th century, late 16th century. Silver, partially gilt; overall: 19.3 x 7.4 cm (7 5/8 x 2 15/16 in.). The Cleveland Museum of Art, Given in memory of Howard Parmelee Eells, 1855-1919, Member of the Advisory Council of the Cleveland Museum of Art, 1914-1919, by his daughter, Maud, 1968.241.a
collection
Decorative Arts
didYouKnow
This cup has a lid. See cover record.
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Given in memory of Howard Parmelee Eells, 1855-1919, Member of the Advisory Council of the Cleveland Museum of Art, 1914-1919, by his daughter, Maud
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2026-05-29 07:23:04.128000
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143817
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Decorative Art and Design
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Decorative Arts
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silver, partially gilt
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photo
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