History:
– Loving cups found in several European cultures
– Examples include the Celtic quaich and the French coupe de mariage
– The Russian bratina is a wine bowl used for banquets
– Considered the Russian version of the loving cup
– Often without handles
See also:
– Lovespoon
– The Emperor, a chamber pot now used as a loving cup
References:
– Wikimedia Commons has media related to Loving cups
– Loving cup at The Metropolitan Museum of Art
– Loving cup entry in Encyclopædia Britannica online
– Loving Cup Ceremony details from CelebrateIntimateWeddings.com
– The Rulers of Russia book by Peter Andrews mentions the bratina
Expansion:
– The bratina is a Russian version of the loving cup
– Passed from person to person, uniting drinkers in brotherhood
– The bratina is an exceptional vessel for toasting
– The article is a stub; help expand it on Wikipedia
Additional Information:
– The bratina is a significant item of drinkware
– Used in preparation or serving of drinks
– The bratina symbolizes unity and brotherhood
– The loving cup tradition is rich in cultural significance
– Loving cups have a long history and diverse cultural variations
This article needs to be updated. (February 2024) |
A loving cup is a large cup with two arching handles. It can describe a shared drinking container traditionally used at weddings and banquets, often made of silver. Loving cups are also given as trophies to winners of games or competitions.
