Wine glass 1780 - 1800

This anonymous, 18th-century, hand-blown glass wine glass is a fine example of the art of glassmaking during that period. Its dark green body and black stem are reminiscent of the elegant drinking vessels favored by the European elite. The subtle variations in the color of the glass likely reflect the unique techniques employed by the anonymous artisan who crafted it. The piece is currently on display at the Minneapolis Institute of Art.