European Decorative Arts and Sculpture "Amen" Wineglass The front is engraved with the crowned cipher JR 8 and the word Amen in a scrolled oval. The sides and back are engraved with two verses of the Jacobite anthem (a prayer for the restoration of the Stuart monarchy). Made in England, EuropeProbably engraved in Scotland, Europe c. 1745 Artist/maker unknown, English, engraving probably Scottish Lead-crystal glass with diamond-point engraved decoration; drawn stem * Gallery 114, American Art, first floor, Case 21, English & Irish Glass 1953-29-3 The George H. Lorimer Collection, 1953 |
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