Slingerglas met het opschrift: Het welvaren van 't Vaderland 1753

This 18th-century, anonymous glass goblet, "Slingerglas met het opschrift: Het welvaren van 't Vaderland" ("Slingerglas with the inscription: The prosperity of the Fatherland"), is a beautiful example of Dutch glassmaking. The inscription on the glass, etched in a delicate script, is a testament to the patriotism that permeated Dutch society at the time. The intricate, spiral design of the stem adds to the goblet's elegance and charm. The goblet is a fascinating artifact that offers a glimpse into the drinking habits and cultural values of 18th-century Dutch society.