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Georgian Blue Glass Mell Decanter C1830
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Georgian Blue Glass Mell Decanter C1830

19th century
Sold 8 August 2025 · Exhibit Antiques
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Description

Technical Description

A fine 19th century blue glass decanter. Mell form with a polished pontil. Comes with a period white metal and cork brandy stopper.

Date & Origin

England, c1830. Period of William IV.

Condition

Excellent, age-related wear as shown. No chips cracks or restoration, clean and clear.

Dimensions

Height: 25.5cm (includes topper) Diameter: 18cm.

Historical Relevance

Hand-blown around the time McVitie's was founded as McVitie & Price's biscuit bakery in Edinburgh.

Physical Dimensions
Height
25.5cm (10.04")
Declaration

Exhibit Antiques has dated this Georgian Blue Glass Decanter to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1036440
Dealers Internal Reference
2023120212
Description
Technical Description

A fine 19th century blue glass decanter. Mell form with a polished pontil. Comes with a period white metal and cork brandy stopper.

Date & Origin

England, c1830. Period of William IV.

fig 1. A deep blue glass mell decanter featuring a wide base, a long slender neck, and a metal ring stopper.
fig 1. Georgian Blue Glass Mell Decanter C1830

Condition

Excellent, age-related wear as shown. No chips cracks or restoration, clean and clear.

Dimensions

Height: 25.5cm (includes topper) Diameter: 18cm.

Historical Relevance

Hand-blown around the time McVitie's was founded as McVitie & Price's biscuit bakery in Edinburgh.

Height
25.5cm (10.04")
Date of Manufacture

Exhibit Antiques has dated this Georgian Blue Glass Decanter to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1036440
Dealers Internal Ref
2023120212
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Archive I A deep blue glass mell decanter featuring a wide base, a long slender neck, and a metal ring stopper. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Georgian Blue Glass Mell Decanter C1830

Archive II A deep blue glass mell decanter featuring a wide base, a long slender neck, and a metal ring stopper. View II
Archive III A deep blue glass mell decanter featuring a wide base, a long slender neck, and a metal ring stopper. View III
Archive IV A deep blue glass mell decanter featuring a wide base, a long slender neck, and a metal ring stopper. View IV
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A deep blue glass mell decanter featuring a wide base, a long slender neck, and a metal ring stopper.
Georgian Blue Glass Mell Decanter c1830
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A deep blue glass mell decanter featuring a wide base, a long slender neck, and a metal ring stopper.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDecanter
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • Material[Glass, Metal]
  • ColourBlue
  • MotifsSlender neck, Wide base, Ring stopper, Hand-blown body
  • SizeH 25.5 cm (10 in)

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Cobalt blue glass became popular during the late Georgian and Regency periods, often produced using high-temperature cobalt oxide colourants to achieve deep, vibrant hues for serving spirits and wines.

These pieces were mouth-blown using free-blown or dip-moulded lead glass techniques, often featuring applied rings, pontil marks on the base, and associated metal or glass stoppers.

Authentic pieces typically display rough snapped pontil scars on the underside, minor surface bubbles, natural glass impurities, and wear consistent with age rather than machine perfection.

They can be displayed on a sideboard or within a bar cabinet to catch natural light, adding rich colour and historical texture to modern shelving or surface tops.

Wash by hand using lukewarm water and mild detergent without soaking, avoiding sudden temperature changes and abrasive scourers to protect the historic glass surface.
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