Trembleuse Saucer
CultureGerman
Dateca.1715-1735
MediumTortoise shell, metal
DimensionsOverall: 2 3/8 × 4 7/8 in. (6 × 12.4 cm)
MarkingsNone
DescriptionThe rare trembleuse consists of a tortoiseshell saucer to which has been attached a circular gilt metal gallery supported by three feet, and a gilt metal foot rim. Parts of the gilt metal gallery are decorated with relief strapwork designs. It was probably made in South Germany, perhaps in Augsburg or possibly in Vienna, between about 1715-1735.
Credit LineAnonymous gift in memory of Henri Hickl-Szabo
Object numberG16.16.1
Classifications
Decorative ArtsSub-classification
Status
Not on view
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