Georgian Baluster Wine Glass 18th Century

Name: 18th Century Engraved Baluster Glass Glass C1730
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1074252
Price: 840 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectGlassware
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialLead Glass, Clear Glass
ColourClear
MotifsBaluster stem, Knopped stem, Conical bowl, Conical foot
SizeH 18.6 cm (7 in) x W 8.1 cm (3 in) x D 8.1 cm (3 in)

This Georgian lead glass baluster wine glass from the 18th century, dating to approximately 1730 during the period of George II, is fashioned from clear glass with a polished finish. The piece comprises a large conical bowl set upon a solid section at the base, leading down to a complex knopped stem featuring a shoulder knop above a large central teared knop, a half knop, and a basal knop, all resting on a domed, conical foot. The entire vessel exhibits a clear, light-reflecting appearance with no chips, cracks, or restoration. Measuring 18.6 cm high with an 8.1 cm rim diameter, this glassware is suited for display upon a sideboard top within a gentleman's library setting or as part of a formal tablesetting in a home today.

FAQs

A baluster glass refers to a type of 18th-century drinking glass characterised by a stem shaped like an architectural baluster. Popular during the early Georgian period, these glasses evolved from heavy baluster forms to lighter balustroid stems featuring various knop configurations.

Georgian baluster glasses were hand-blown using heavy lead glass, or flint glass, which provided optical brilliance. Stems were crafted by hand-forming solid section knops or gathered glass elements before joining them to the bowl and conical foot.

Authentic 18th-century stemware typically displays a snapped pontil mark on the underside of the foot, slight hand-blown asymmetry, and appropriate wear patterns along the foots resting edge.

Display antique stemware inside illuminated glazed cabinets, arranged on polished sideboard trays, or integrated alongside leather-bound volumes on shelving.

Hand wash antique lead glass using lukewarm water, mild detergent, and a soft cloth, avoiding hot temperatures and dishwashers to prevent thermal shock and clouding.

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