Kelkglas met het wapen van Goes c. 1725 - 1750

This glass, titled ‘Kelkglas met het wapen van Goes’, was created by an anonymous artist. Notice how the glass has a structure composed of spherical and cylindrical forms. This form ascends from a circular base through stacked orbs to meet the vessel, which displays the etched heraldic crest. The colorless glass impacts the relationship between the form and the viewer, creating a semi-transparent effect and almost ghostly quality. The structure suggests a tension between utility and symbolism. The glass’s physical form suggests a function, while the etched crest indicates status, identity, and history. This tension reflects debates about the role of art and craft, echoing philosophical discussions of how an object embodies and communicates meaning. The choice of glass, with its fragile transparency, further complicates these meanings. Ultimately, it invites contemplation about the interplay of form, function, and identity, reflecting broader debates about art's role in society.