BureauGewas on Nostr: For the history lovers among you… These are called ‘Roemers’, traditional ...
For the history lovers among you…
These are called ‘Roemers’, traditional 17th-century Dutch and German wine glasses. With their distinctive green-tinted glass, thick stems, and prunts (small decorative knobs), they were designed for both function and aesthetics—offering grip while adding to their visual appeal.
Roemers frequently appear in Dutch Golden Age still-life paintings, symbolizing wealth, transience, and the pleasures of life. Artists like Pieter Claesz and Willem Claeszoon Heda meticulously captured their subtle reflections and refractions, making them a staple in vanitas and banquet scenes.
A beautiful mix of craftsmanship and history, they remain an inspiring subject for artists today.
#roemer #roemers #historicalglass #17thcenturyglass #dutchgoldenage #stilllife #stilllifepainting #artinspiration #glasspainting #fineart #artstr
These are called ‘Roemers’, traditional 17th-century Dutch and German wine glasses. With their distinctive green-tinted glass, thick stems, and prunts (small decorative knobs), they were designed for both function and aesthetics—offering grip while adding to their visual appeal.
Roemers frequently appear in Dutch Golden Age still-life paintings, symbolizing wealth, transience, and the pleasures of life. Artists like Pieter Claesz and Willem Claeszoon Heda meticulously captured their subtle reflections and refractions, making them a staple in vanitas and banquet scenes.
A beautiful mix of craftsmanship and history, they remain an inspiring subject for artists today.
#roemer #roemers #historicalglass #17thcenturyglass #dutchgoldenage #stilllife #stilllifepainting #artinspiration #glasspainting #fineart #artstr