Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.
A superb English lead mid-18th-century Export wine glass in pale green. It has an ovoid bowl above a plain stem with a long large air tear. Conical foot with a snapped pontil.
These glasses were made in England for export into the European market.
Date & Origin
England, c1750. George II
Condition
Excellent, age-related wear as shown.
Dimensions
Height: 15.2cm
Bowl Diameter: 5.7cm
Foot diameter: 6.7cm.
Historical Relevance
Hand-blown around the time of The French and Indian War from 1754 to 1763. Fought between the colonies of British America and those of New France.
Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.
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Antique English 18th Century Export Wine Glass C1750
