{"product_id":"kaiserliches-likorglas-wilhelm-ii-rw-monogramm-um-1900","title":"Imperial liqueur glass Wilhelm II., RW monogram circa 1900","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\na {\n    text-decoration: none;\n    color: #464feb;\n}\ntr th, tr td {\n    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n}\ntr th {\n    background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eImperial Liqueur Glass Wilhelm II with Gilded RW Monogram\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003eCourt Liqueur Glass from the German Empire, circa 1900\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis fine \u003cstrong\u003eliqueur glass\u003c\/strong\u003e bears the gilded \u003cstrong\u003emonogram \"RW\" (Rex Wilhelm)\u003c\/strong\u003e beneath an \u003cstrong\u003eimperial crown\u003c\/strong\u003e and is one of the rare surviving examples of the courtly \u003cstrong\u003edrinking and table culture of the German Empire\u003c\/strong\u003e. The colorless glass features high-quality \u003cstrong\u003egilded detailing\u003c\/strong\u003e and dates to around \u003cstrong\u003e1900\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its elegant design combines courtly representation with the refined table culture of the Wilhelmine era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe delicate shape corresponds to a classic \u003cstrong\u003eliqueur glass\u003c\/strong\u003e, as used at festive dinners and social occasions for \u003cstrong\u003eliqueurs\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eherbal liqueurs\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eCuraçao\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003emaraschino\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eChartreuse\u003c\/strong\u003e, or other premium spirits. The small bowl and narrow opening are typical of glasses used to enjoy aromatic liqueurs in small quantities. Such glasses were a standard feature of a complete \u003cstrong\u003ecourt service\u003c\/strong\u003e at the upscale tables of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eParticularly noteworthy is the high-quality \u003cstrong\u003egilded monogram of Emperor Wilhelm II\u003c\/strong\u003e beneath the \u003cstrong\u003eimperial crown\u003c\/strong\u003e, indicating its use within a representative \u003cstrong\u003ecourt service\u003c\/strong\u003e or a comparable upscale setting. The combination of clear glass, fine proportions, and meticulous gilding gives the piece an exceptionally elegant and historic appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eRim diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery well preserved\u003c\/strong\u003e, with little wear to the gilding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe shape of the glass strongly suggests a \u003cstrong\u003eliqueur glass\u003c\/strong\u003e, as served after dessert or at the conclusion of a festive menu. In the upscale \u003cstrong\u003etable culture of the Empire\u003c\/strong\u003e, fine liqueurs were as much a standard part of the service as wine, champagne, or port. The small capacity allowed for the stylish enjoyment of premium spirits and conformed to the conventions of courtly hospitality at the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmperor Wilhelm II\u003c\/strong\u003e and the imperial court maintained a distinctive culture of representation, in which complete, coordinated glass services played an important role. This glass impressively documents the elegance and high standards of courtly table culture around 1900 and complements the various wine, champagne, and dessert glasses of an imperial service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn exceptional collector's item for enthusiasts of \u003cstrong\u003eEmperor Wilhelm II\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eimperial glass\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ecourt glass\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eliqueur glasses\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ehistoric table glass\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003eGerman Empire\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ePrussia\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eWilhelmine table culture\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eHohenzollern memorabilia\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eWilhelmina memorabilia\u003c\/strong\u003e, and representative \u003cstrong\u003ecourt culture around 1900\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"KAISER WILHELM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55671919378769,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0940\/4461\/9089\/files\/1-antikes-Likoerglas-Kaiser-Wilhelm-II-1900.jpg?v=1793911913","url":"https:\/\/www.kaiser-wilhelm.shop\/en\/products\/kaiserliches-likorglas-wilhelm-ii-rw-monogramm-um-1900","provider":"KAISER WILHELM","version":"1.0","type":"link"}