""Cups and Their Customs"" is a fascinating historical account of the use and symbolism of cups throughout various cultures and time periods. Written by George Edwin Roberts in 1869, the book explores the significance of cups in ancient Greece, Rome, Egypt, and China, as well as in medieval Europe and the Renaissance. Roberts delves into the various materials used to make cups, such as gold, silver, and porcelain, and the intricate designs and engravings that adorned them. He also discusses the rituals and traditions ...
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""Cups and Their Customs"" is a fascinating historical account of the use and symbolism of cups throughout various cultures and time periods. Written by George Edwin Roberts in 1869, the book explores the significance of cups in ancient Greece, Rome, Egypt, and China, as well as in medieval Europe and the Renaissance. Roberts delves into the various materials used to make cups, such as gold, silver, and porcelain, and the intricate designs and engravings that adorned them. He also discusses the rituals and traditions associated with drinking from cups, including toasts, libations, and ceremonial offerings. With detailed illustrations and a wealth of information, ""Cups and Their Customs"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of drinking vessels and their cultural significance.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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