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Georgian Deceptive Toastmaster Dram Glass C1750
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Georgian Deceptive Toastmaster Dram Glass C1750

18th century
Sold 31 October 2024 · Exhibit Antiques
This “Georgian Deceptive Toastmaster Dram Glass C1750” found a buyer.

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Description

Technical Description

A mid 18th-century Toastmaster Dram Glass which has a heavily deceptive round bowl above a plain stem and conical foot. Snapped pontil.

Date & Origin

England, c1750. Period of George II.

Condition

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

Dimensions

Height: 10.1cm

Bowl Diameter: 4.6cm

Foot diameter: 6cm.

Comments

Over the years we've had very few examples of early toastmasters and this is a very fine example.

Physical Dimensions
Height
10cm (3.94")
Declaration

Exhibit Antiques has dated this Georgian Toastmaster Dram Glass to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1082895
Dealers Internal Reference
2024062617
Description
Technical Description
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A mid 18th-century Toastmaster Dram Glass which has a heavily deceptive round bowl above a plain stem and conical foot.
Exhibit Antiques

Snapped pontil.

Date & Origin

England, c1750. Period of George II.

fig 1. A clear glass eighteenth-century toastmaster dram glass with a thick, solid base and a short stem.
fig 1. Georgian Deceptive Toastmaster Dram Glass C1750

Condition

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

Dimensions

Height: 10.1cm

Bowl Diameter: 4.6cm

Foot diameter: 6cm.

Comments

Over the years we've had very few examples of early toastmasters and this is a very fine example.

Height
10cm (3.94")
Date of Manufacture

Exhibit Antiques has dated this Georgian Toastmaster Dram Glass to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1082895
Dealers Internal Ref
2024062617
Exhibit Antiques
Exhibit Antiques
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Specialists in 18th & 19th century antique glass

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A clear glass eighteenth-century toastmaster dram glass with a thick, solid base and a short stem.
Georgian Deceptive Toastmaster Dram Glass c1750
Ref: SA1082895
A clear glass eighteenth-century toastmaster dram glass with a thick, solid base and a short stem.
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  • ObjectDrinking Glasses
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialLead glass
  • ColourClear
  • MotifsThick solid base, Short stem, Plain conical bowl, Folded foot
  • SizeH 10 cm (4 in)

A toastmaster glass is a historical drinking vessel featuring an unusually thick, solid base that creates the optical illusion of holding a full measure while actually containing only a small sip, historically used by hosts to keep up with guests during lengthy toasts without becoming overly intoxicated.

These pieces were typically crafted from lead crystal using free-blown techniques, often featuring pontil marks on the underside and heavy, sturdy stems designed to withstand rigorous tavern or dining room use.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit characteristic signs of age such as surface wear, minor inclusions within the lead metal, an untreated snapped pontil mark, and a deep, heavy base disproportionate to the small bowl capacity.

Such historic items look exceptional displayed inside glass-fronted cabinets, on open shelving units, or styled carefully upon a dedicated bar cart where their craftsmanship and optical properties can be appreciated.

Antique glass should always be hand-washed cautiously using lukewarm water and mild detergent, avoiding sudden temperature changes and harsh scrubbing to protect the fragile historic surface.
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