18th century Russian Glass with a Double-Headed Eagle

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Glass with a Double-Headed Eagle
Russia, first half of the 18th century
Transparent glass; blown and engraved

Dimensions:
Height 13.3 cm.
Diameter 10.7 cm

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Description

A finely crafted glass featuring an engraved double-headed eagle, a key emblem of the Russian Empire. The depiction stylistically corresponds to the heraldic tradition of the early 18th century. The vessel is well preserved, showing only minor signs of use. Comparable examples are held in the collection of the State Hermitage Museum. See similar https://www.hermitagemuseum.org/digital-collection/921075?lng=ru