Allegory of love, hope and plenty 1745 - 1755

"Allegory of Love, Hope, and Plenty" is a 18th-century glass goblet created by Johann Heinrich Balthasar Sang. Crafted from clear glass and adorned with intricate etched designs, the piece depicts figures representing love, hope, and abundance, reflecting the themes of prosperity and optimism prevalent during the Rococo period. Its detailed ornamentation, including a bulbous finial and a delicately patterned stem, exemplify the artistry of Sang's work and the popular fascination with finely crafted glassware. Now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the goblet stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of Rococo aesthetics and the artistry of glassmaking in the 18th century.