Beker met de wapens van Lysbeth Franck. Banningh en Jan Jansz. Cock c. 1600 - 1900

This 13 cm high glass beaker is an object of serene beauty, its cylindrical form a study in the interplay of color and light. The anonymous artisan has rendered the glass in a captivating shade of translucent blue, which invites the eye to explore its surface. Intricate engravings of heraldic shields adorn the beaker, their delicate lines creating a subtle texture that contrasts with the smoothness of the glass. The shields, emblems of lineage and identity, are arranged in a balanced composition that speaks to the structured society of the time. The beaker's shape, a simple yet elegant cylinder, allows the light to interact with the glass in fascinating ways, creating subtle gradations of color and shadow. The addition of a metallic rim provides a touch of refinement, framing the blue expanse and drawing attention to the vessel's contours. The lack of precise dating for this piece challenges fixed historical narratives. It reminds us that art exists in a continuous process of interpretation, its meaning shaped by ongoing dialogue between object, viewer, and cultural context.