Small Beaker c. 18th century

This small, hand-blown glass beaker, dating from the 18th century, is decorated with a band of colorful floral motifs, painted in enamel on the glass. This type of decoration, known as "enamel painting," was popular in Europe during the 17th and 18th centuries. The beaker, now part of the Minneapolis Institute of Art's collection, is a charming example of the craftsmanship and artistic sensibility of the time.