Glasses decorated by William Absolon of Yarmouth
William Absolon, c. 1792–1793

A group of 11 dark green glasses in three different shapes decorated with a coronet and the words 'Joy and Health to Cornwallis Wherever he Goes'. Charles Cornwallis lived on the Suffolk/Norfolk border. His most noted victory was defeating Tipu Sultan in 1792 when Governor of India. These glasses are likely to have been commissioned after this event, by or for his family.
More information
Title of artwork, date
Glasses decorated by William Absolon of Yarmouth, c. 1792–1793
Date supported
2008
Medium and material
Gilded glass
Grant
1516
Total cost
5376

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