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Tall Antique Collector's Dome, English, Glass, Ornament Showcase, Late Victorian
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Tall Antique Collector's Dome, English, Glass, Ornament Showcase, Late Victorian

19th century
Description

This is a tall antique collector's dome. An English, glass and ebonised pine ornament showcase, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

Superb example for the collector of taller ornaments

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

Tall, bright dome, crafted from quality glass

Charming textile cushion pad with foliate motif

Standing upon an ebonised pine base with three bun feet

This is a captivating antique collector's dome with an attractive appeal. Delivered ready to display.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 25.5cm (10'')

Max Depth: 25.5cm (10'')

Max Height: 52cm (20.5'')

Internal Diameter: 21cm (8.25'')

Internal Height: 47.5cm (18.75'')

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Our Ref: 24385

Physical Dimensions
Height
52cm (20.47")
Width
25.5cm (10.04")
Depth
25.5cm (10.04")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Glass Display Dome to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1079220
Dealers Internal Reference
24385
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Description
This is a tall antique collector's dome.
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An English, glass and ebonised pine ornament showcase, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
London Fine Antiques

Superb example for the collector of taller ornaments

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

fig 1. A tall clear glass display dome resting on a circular dark ebonised wooden base lined with red patterned fabric.
fig 1. Tall Antique Collector's Dome, English, Glass, Ornament Showcase, Late Victorian

Tall, bright dome, crafted from quality glass

Charming textile cushion pad with foliate motif

Standing upon an ebonised pine base with three bun feet

This is a captivating antique collector's dome with an attractive appeal. Delivered ready to display.

fig 2. A tall clear glass display dome resting on a circular dark ebonised wooden base lined with red patterned fabric.
fig 2. Tall Antique Collector's Dome, English, Glass, Ornament Showcase, Late Victorian

Dimensions:

Max Width: 25.5cm (10'')

Max Depth: 25.5cm (10'')

Max Height: 52cm (20.5'')

Internal Diameter: 21cm (8.25'')

Internal Height: 47.5cm (18.75'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

fig 3. A tall clear glass display dome resting on a circular dark ebonised wooden base lined with red patterned fabric.
fig 3. Tall Antique Collector's Dome, English, Glass, Ornament Showcase, Late Victorian

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 24385

Height
52cm (20.47")
Width
25.5cm (10.04")
Depth
25.5cm (10.04")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Glass Display Dome to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1079220
Dealers Internal Ref
24385
London Fine Antiques
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Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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Archive I A tall clear glass display dome resting on a circular dark ebonised wooden base lined with red patterned fabric.

Tall Antique Collector's Dome, English, Glass, Ornament Showcase, Late Victorian

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A tall clear glass display dome resting on a circular dark ebonised wooden base lined with red patterned fabric.
Tall Antique Collector's Dome, English, Glass, Ornament Showcase, Late Victorian
Ref: SA1079220
A tall clear glass display dome resting on a circular dark ebonised wooden base lined with red patterned fabric.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectGlass Domes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleLate Victorian
  • MaterialGlass, Ebonised Wood, Fabric
  • ColourClear, Black, Red
  • MotifsMouth-blown glass dome, Ebonised circular base, Patterned fabric insert
  • SizeH 52 cm (20 in) x W 25.5 cm (10 in) x D 25.5 cm (10 in)

This late Victorian collector's dome originates from England, taking the form of a tall ornament showcase intended for a gentleman's library or similar interior. The composition combines a clear, mouth-blown glass dome with an ebonised pine base supported by three bun feet. The circular interior base holds a red patterned fabric cushion pad featuring a woven white foliate motif. The exterior shows an aged patina across the dark wooden surface, while the glass maintains a bright, transparent quality. The showcase measures 52 cm high, 25.5 cm wide, and 25.5 cm deep overall. In a contemporary home, this display piece sits well upon a sideboard top to protect and highlight sculptural objects, curiosities, or dried botanicals under glass. The clean lines of the wooden stand and the decorative textile insert offer a contrasting backdrop for items placed inside, keeping them visible from all angles. The enclosed environment shields delicate ornaments from dust while adding a period accent to traditional and eclectic room settings alike.

FAQs

A Victorian glass display dome, often called a cloche or bell jar, is a transparent protective cover designed to showcase and preserve delicate items such as mantel clocks, taxidermy, or silk flower arrangements.

Authentic nineteenth-century display domes consist of thin mouth-blown glass set atop turned timber bases, which were frequently ebonised or made from dark mahogany and finished with felt or fabric linings.

Authentic pieces usually display slight air bubbles, subtle wave patterns, and minor variations in thickness characteristic of mouth-blown glass, alongside age-appropriate surface wear to the timber base.

An antique glass dome can be styled on a sideboard or mantelpiece to enclose dried botanicals, small sculptural curios, or antique pocket watches, creating a curated focal point within a room.

Clean the glass exterior using a soft, lint-free cloth and mild glass cleaner, taking care not to submerge the wooden base or saturate any vintage fabric inserts.
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