Pokal with cover 1780 - 1790

This Pokal (a type of drinking vessel) with its cover, created by Johann Sigismund Menzel between 1780 and 1790, is a fine example of late 18th-century glassmaking. The intricate cut glass design, featuring a central oval medallion with a silhouette portrait, adds to the aesthetic appeal of this piece. The Pokal is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. This engraved glass Pokal is a testament to the craftsmanship and artistry of the period.