Facsimile of Landsknecht Goblet (Lübeck School, 1501) c. 1900

Curator: This is a Landsknecht Goblet facsimile from the Lubeck School, around 1501. The piece stands at nearly 60 centimeters. Editor: It's incredibly ornate! My first impression is one of almost grotesque abundance—the bulbous shapes repeating across the whole form. Curator: Indeed, the goblet's dense ornamentation is characteristic of the period, reflecting the wealth and power of the Landsknecht soldiers. These mercenaries played a crucial role in European conflicts. Editor: So, it's a display piece as much as a functional object? The weight of the material and elaboration of the design suggest it was meant to impress. Curator: Precisely. The form itself, with its stacked spheres, offers a fascinating study in repetition and texture. Editor: And the figure at the very top, like a tiny idol surveying its domain—it's all a carefully constructed theatre of wealth. It speaks volumes about cultural values. Curator: A powerful visual statement, encapsulating a complex moment in history.