Coupe, Dionysio Miseroni (workshop of), c. 1630 - c. 1640

Coupe, Dionysio Miseroni (workshop of), c. 1630 - c. 1640

citrine quartz; mount: gold, enamel, cameos, h 13.0cm × w 12.9cm × d 9.0cm More details

This variety of quartz was prized more highly than rock crystal for its golden yellow colour. Only a few vases made of this precious material are known. Cameos have been incorporated into the luxurious mount, including a few with portraits.

On display in room 2.3