Daumen means “thumb” in German. This large vessel is a cup used for taking turns drinking from the same cup, in a custom that confirms mutual trust. When the cup is filled with wine, it would weight three or four kilograms. To make it easier to hold the cup with both hands, concavities to put the thumbs in were provided on the body. (Paragon or Puzzle? Your Own Perspectives on Works in the Suntory Museum of Art Collection, 2024)
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