Water glass 18th-19th century

This 18th-19th century, anonymous water glass, currently in the Minneapolis Institute of Art, is a clear glass vessel with an etched design. The glass, which measures 6 3/4 x 5 x 5in., is likely a utilitarian object from the 18th or 19th century, exhibiting a simple and functional design. The etched design adds a decorative element to the otherwise plain glass. The lack of attribution allows us to appreciate this anonymous piece for its craftsmanship and its role in the everyday life of a bygone era.