Provenance
Eugen Gutmann [1840-1925], Berlin, by 1912.[1] (Bachstitz Gallery, The Hague); inheritance from Estate of Peter A.B. Widener by gift through power of appointment of Joseph E. Widener, Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, after purchase 1922 by funds of the estate; gift 1942 to NGA.
[1] Otto von Falke, ed., _Die Kunstsammlung Eugen Gutmann_, Berlin, 1912: no. 104, pl. 20; without provenance information. _Inventory of the Objects d'Art at Lynnewood Hall, Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, The Estate of the Late P.A.B. Widener_, Philadelphia, 1935: 40, gives additional provenance as "from the collection of Prince Schönburg-Waldenburg." However, this is not verifiable and is likely incorrect.
Covered Cup with Serpent Handle
c. 1620/1630 (all but stem and mounts); late 16th century (stem); late 19th century (mounts)
Accession Number
1942.9.297
Medium
rock crystal and enameled gold
Dimensions
overall: 23.2 x 10.3 x 10.3 cm (9 1/8 x 4 1/16 x 4 1/16 in.)
Classification
Decorative Art
Credit Line
Widener Collection
