Beaker with Tarot Cards c. 1820

"Beaker with Tarot Cards" is a small glass beaker, likely used for drinking, made by the Austrian glassmaker Anton Kothgasser around 1820. The beaker has a painted design of three tarot cards: The Magician, the Knight of Cups, and the Fool. The cards are layered and partially obscured, creating a sense of depth and mystery. This type of decorative glasswork, known as "verre églomisé", was popular in 19th-century Europe, and is characterized by the use of enamel paints applied to the back of clear glass. The intricate details and vibrant colors of the tarot cards make this piece a visually engaging example of the decorative arts.