Passglas

anonymous, 1600 - 1699

The German name for this type of glass comes from the rings of glass (passen) that indicate the measures. The trick was to drink precisely from one ring to the next in one gulp. Failing that, the drinker had to try again until he succeeded.

  • Artwork typepasglas, stangenglas
  • Object numberBK-NM-9552
  • Dimensionsheight 29.4 cm, diameter 7 cm, diameter 11.1 cm
  • Physical characteristicshelder, kleurloos glas

Identification

  • Title(s)

    Passglas

  • Object type

  • Object number

    BK-NM-9552

  • Description

    Pasglas van helder, kleurloos glas, cylindervormig op een voet met omgeslagen rand. Rondom vier gekartelde ringen. Op zeventien centimeter is de bodem.

Creation

  • Creation

    glassblower: anonymous, Germany

  • Dating

    1600 - 1699

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Material and technique

  • Physical description

    helder, kleurloos glas

  • Dimensions

    • height 29.4 cm
    • diameter 7 cm
    • diameter 11.1 cm

Acquisition and rights

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