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Beautiful Early Victorian Nailsea Glass Flask, Circa 1840
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Beautiful Early Victorian Nailsea Glass Flask, Circa 1840

19th century
Sold 25 May 2026 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
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Description

This is a beautiful and unusual opaque white and pink glass Nailsea glass flask. The ovoid body with white internal trailing, pink glass overlay and a thickened pouring rim. The neck fitted with a clear glass stopper. The base with smooth pontil.

Dimensions:

Height: 20cm / 9 inches.

Width: 9cm / 3.6 inches.

Depth: 4cm / 2 inches.

Condition:

Excellent.

No chips or cracks.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Antique Nailsea Glass Flask to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1085467
Dealers Internal Reference
AOUT97
Description
This is a beautiful and unusual opaque white and pink glass Nailsea glass flask. The ovoid body with white internal trailing, pink glass overlay and a thickened pouring rim. The neck fitted with a clear glass stopper. The base with smooth pontil.
fig 1. An antique pocket flask made of white glass decorated with looped and combed pink trails.
fig 1. Beautiful Early Victorian Nailsea Glass Flask, Circa 1840

Dimensions:

Height: 20cm / 9 inches.

Width: 9cm / 3.6 inches.

Depth: 4cm / 2 inches.

Condition:

Excellent.

No chips or cracks.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

fig 2. An antique pocket flask made of white glass decorated with looped and combed pink trails.
fig 2. Beautiful Early Victorian Nailsea Glass Flask, Circa 1840

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Antique Nailsea Glass Flask to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1085467
Dealers Internal Ref
AOUT97
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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Beautiful Early Victorian Nailsea Glass Flask, Circa 1840

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Julie Cartwright Antiques

Julie Cartwright Antiques
Telephone 07947 998435
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Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jc
Verified Since Jun 2009
Items For Sale 144
Items Sold 2,226
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An antique pocket flask made of white glass decorated with looped and combed pink trails.
BEAUTIFUL EARLY VICTORIAN NAILSEA GLASS FLASK, CIRCA 1840
Ref: SA1085467
An antique pocket flask made of white glass decorated with looped and combed pink trails.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectFlasks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialGlass
  • ColourPink and White
  • MotifsLooped glass trails, Pulled feather pattern, Hand-blown body
  • SizeH 20 cm (8 in) x W 9 cm (4 in) x D 4 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Nailsea glass refers to glassware produced at the glassworks in Nailsea, near Bristol, England, operating primarily from 1788 to 1873. It is historically recognised for its distinctive looped and pulled white enamel designs on clear or coloured glass bases.

These flasks were hand-blown using potash or lead glass. The distinctive patterned effect was achieved by applying trails of opaque white or coloured glass to the main body while hot, and then combing or dragging the glass to form loops and feather patterns before final blowing and shaping.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit pontil marks on the base, irregular air bubbles within the glass matrix, and hand-applied looped trails that feel slightly integrated into the surface rather than printed. Wear marks and minor imperfections are also characteristic of nineteenth-century production.

Such decorative items work well when displayed on open shelving, mantelpieces, or inside glass-fronted cabinets where light can pass through the translucent material. Pairing them with neutral backdrops allows the intricate glasswork and colour to remain the visual focus.

Antique glass should be cleaned gently by hand using lukewarm water and a mild detergent, avoiding harsh chemicals or abrasive cloths. It is best displayed away from direct, prolonged sunlight to prevent potential colour degradation.
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