Tag Archives: 17th Century Art

From the Collection–Nautilus Cup

Posted on June 12, 2012 by

At first glance, the Museum’s stunning Nautilus Cup looks like an impractical way to drink.  Tankards and beakers, which are also on display in the Museum’s Gallery #2, make sensible drinking vessels. In comparison the nautilus cup, a chambered nautilus … Continue reading →

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From the Collection–Claude Mellan’s “The Sudarium”

Posted on December 15, 2010 by

So your family members (or out-of-town friends, or in-laws, take your pick!) are in town for the holidays, presents have been opened, feasts eaten, and now you need to entertain them. Naturally, you bring them to the Museum, knowing that … Continue reading →

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From the Collection–English Monteith

Posted on November 28, 2010 by

‘Tis the spirit! There are spirits of Christmas past, jolly good tidings and spirits of the season, and then my favorite type of holiday spirits: The beer, liquors, and wines that keep us jolly through office parties and family reunions. … Continue reading →

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From the Collection – Elderkin Great Chair

Posted on November 14, 2010 by

A treasure you’ll find at the Milwaukee Art Museum: One of the oldest known pieces of American furniture to survive. Let me say that again: At the Museum is one of the oldest known pieces of American furniture. This dramatic … Continue reading →

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