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19th Century Engraved Magnum Glass Decanter C1850
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19th Century Engraved Magnum Glass Decanter C1850

19th century
Sold 8 August 2025 · Exhibit Antiques
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Description

Technical Description

Antique Magnum decanters are exceptionally rare. This large rectangular example, which dates to the mid 19th century, has its original solid ball stopper and is engraved with flowers, ferns and leaves. Polished pontil.

Holds 2.5 x 750ml bottles to the base of the shoulders (where the engraving stops).

Without doubt the best magnum we have ever had.

Date & Origin

Europe, c1850

Condition

The poring rim has had a polish. No chips or cracks and it is clean and clear.

Dimensions

Height: 37cm (which inlucdes stopper)

Length: 13.5cm.

Width: 7.5cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
37cm (14.57")
Width
13.5cm (5.31")
Depth
7.5cm (2.95")
Declaration

Exhibit Antiques has dated this Antique Glass Decanter to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1088230
Dealers Internal Reference
2024062409
Description
Technical Description

Antique Magnum decanters are exceptionally rare.

“
This large rectangular example, which dates to the mid 19th century, has its original solid ball stopper and is engraved with flowers, ferns and leaves.
Exhibit Antiques

Polished pontil.

fig 1. A clear glass magnum decanter featuring hand-engraved floral scrollwork and a spherical glass stopper against a gradient background.
fig 1. 19th Century Engraved Magnum Glass Decanter C1850

Holds 2.5 x 750ml bottles to the base of the shoulders (where the engraving stops).

Without doubt the best magnum we have ever had.

Date & Origin

Europe, c1850

Condition

The poring rim has had a polish. No chips or cracks and it is clean and clear.

Dimensions

Height: 37cm (which inlucdes stopper)

Length: 13.5cm.

Width: 7.5cm

Height
37cm (14.57")
Width
13.5cm (5.31")
Depth
7.5cm (2.95")
Date of Manufacture

Exhibit Antiques has dated this Antique Glass Decanter to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1088230
Dealers Internal Ref
2024062409
Exhibit Antiques
Exhibit Antiques
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Specialists in 18th & 19th century antique glass

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A clear glass magnum decanter featuring hand-engraved floral scrollwork and a spherical glass stopper against a gradient background.
19th Century Engraved Magnum Glass Decanter c1850
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A clear glass magnum decanter featuring hand-engraved floral scrollwork and a spherical glass stopper against a gradient background.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDecanters
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialGlass
  • ColourClear
  • MotifsFloral engraving, Scrollwork, Spherical stopper, Wheel-cut details
  • SizeH 37 cm (15 in) x W 13.5 cm (5 in) x D 7.5 cm (3 in)

FAQs

Nineteenth-century decanters frequently feature heavy lead glass construction, hand-engraved or wheel-cut floral motifs, and distinctive faceted or spherical stoppers.

These vessels were typically produced using blown glass or lead crystal, shaped in moulds and finished with hand-engraving, wheel-cutting, and hand-ground glass stoppers.

Authentic pieces exhibit pontil marks on the base, hand-ground stoppers tailored specifically to the neck, and minor surface wear consistent with age and use.

This item can be styled on a sideboard, bar cart, or open shelving to introduce historical texture and reflective glass elements into contemporary spaces.

Clean antique glass gently using lukewarm water and mild detergent, avoiding harsh chemicals, abrasive brushes, and extreme thermal shock to protect the delicate surface.
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