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Stunning Pair of Victorian Engraved Glass Tavern Rummers C1850
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Stunning Pair of Victorian Engraved Glass Tavern Rummers C1850

19th century
Sold 8 August 2025 · Exhibit Antiques
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Description

Technical Description

A truly stunning pair of mid-19th century engraved glass rummers dating to 1850.

Thay have large round funnel bowls profusely engraved with flowers, foliage and exotic birds. Sits on capstan stems with thick feet which have polished pontils.

Magnificent examples.

Date & Origin

England, c1850

Condition

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

Dimensions

Height: 15.2cm

Rim diameter: 9.6cm

Foot diameter: 9.6cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
15cm (5.91")
Declaration

Exhibit Antiques has dated these Victorian Engraved Glass Rummers to the 1850s.

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SA1040993
Dealers Internal Reference
2023120703
Description
Technical Description

A truly stunning pair of mid-19th century engraved glass rummers dating to 1850.

Thay have large round funnel bowls profusely engraved with flowers, foliage and exotic birds. Sits on capstan stems with thick feet which have polished pontils.

Magnificent examples.

Date & Origin

England, c1850

Condition

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

Dimensions

Height: 15.2cm

Rim diameter: 9.6cm

Foot diameter: 9.6cm

Height
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

Exhibit Antiques has dated these Victorian Engraved Glass Rummers to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1040993
Dealers Internal Ref
2023120703
Exhibit Antiques
Exhibit Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2019

Specialists in 18th & 19th century antique glass

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A pair of clear Victorian glass rummers featuring hand-engraved bird and foliate motifs on sturdy pedestal bases. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A pair of clear Victorian glass rummers featuring hand-engraved bird and foliate motifs on sturdy pedestal bases. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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A pair of clear Victorian glass rummers featuring hand-engraved bird and foliate motifs on sturdy pedestal bases.
Stunning Pair of Victorian Engraved Glass Tavern Rummers c1850
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A pair of clear Victorian glass rummers featuring hand-engraved bird and foliate motifs on sturdy pedestal bases.
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  • ObjectGlassware
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialGlass
  • ColourClear
  • MotifsWheel engraving, Bird motif, Foliate swags, Pedestal base
  • SizeH 15 cm (6 in)

FAQs

Victorian tavern rummers were sturdy drinking glasses commonly used in 19th-century public houses and homes to serve ale, wine, or punch, characterized by their robust stems and generous bowls.

These pieces were typically crafted from lead glass or flint glass, shaped using traditional glassblowing techniques, and hand-engraved or wheel-etched with intricate botanical or avian motifs.

Authentic pieces often exhibit characteristic pontil marks on the base, minor irregularities in the glass such as tiny air bubbles, and hand-cut or wheel-engraved details showing appropriate wear consistent with age.

These items can be displayed open on a sideboard or within a glass-fronted cabinet to add historic texture, or repurposed responsibly as distinctive small vases for floral arrangements.

Antique glass should always be washed by hand in lukewarm water using mild detergent, avoiding harsh abrasives, ultrasonic cleaners, and sudden temperature changes to prevent cracking.
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