Cup
ca. 1872 (made)
| Artist/Maker | |
| Place of origin |
Original (38-1867) stem chased and repoussed in high relief with masks snails and lions. Agate cup.
Object details
| Category | |
| Object type | |
| Materials and techniques | Electrotype |
| Brief description | Electrotype |
| Physical description | Original (38-1867) stem chased and repoussed in high relief with masks snails and lions. Agate cup. |
| Dimensions |
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| Marks and inscriptions | Original has English hallmark of 1567 (38-1867) |
| Object history | The high esteem in which the silver-gilt and agate cup ( 38 -1867 ) was held by the Museum explains why it was chosen to be electrotyped as an example of genuine Renaissance design. Franchi, an Italian electrotypist who established a business in London produced many copies of museum objects for the V&A from 1855 until bought out by Elkington and Co in 1874. This electrotype cost 20 shillings to buy in 1872. |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | REPRO.1872-15 |
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| Record created | March 3, 2004 |
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