Nautilus cup

anoniem, c. 1630 - c. 1660

The body of this cup is made from the shell of a marine mollusc, the nautilus. It also served as the inspiration for the decoration, which consists of a multitude of sea creatures. Dolphins and mermaids swim around the foot; fish, sea gods and goddesses form the bands of the mount.

  • Artwork typenautilus shell cup
  • Object numberBK-1960-17
  • Dimensionsheight 36 cm x width 19 cm x depth 13.5 cm
  • Physical characteristicsnautilusschelp, verguld zilver