Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the 1750s.
An excellent and rare example of an 18th century opaque twist wine glass dating to c1760.
It has a round funnel bowl with honeycomb moulding to the lower section.
Conical foot.
A rare twist and a rare bowl combination.
Date & Origin
England, c1760. Period of George III.
Condition
Excellent, age-related wear as shown. No chips cracks or restoration.
Dimensions
Height: 14.8cm
Bowl diameter: 5.8cm
Foot diameter: 7.2cm.
Historical Context
George III, the third Hanoverian monarch, became king in 1760 and was the first of his line to use English as his first language.
Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the 1750s.
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Georgian Honeycomb Moulded Bowl Opaque Twist Wine Glass C1760
