Cup

Art Historical Context

This delicate silver cup, crafted by Moscow silversmith F.G in 1777, the exquisite metalwork of late 18th-century Russia. Measuring just 1 3/16 × 2 15/16 inches (3 × 7.5 cm) with its handle, this diminutive vessel was likely designed for intimate use—perhaps as a tasting cup for spirits or a decorative trinket—highlighting the technical virtuosity of Russian artisans during Catherine the Great's reign., a hub of silver production, was renowned for its guild workshops, where smiths like F.G. transformed raw silver into finely wrought objects blending functionality with ornamentation. The cup's...