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Victorian Glass Whisky or Wine Glass Decanter C1880
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Victorian Glass Whisky or Wine Glass Decanter C1880

19th century
Sold 6 September 2024 · Exhibit Antiques
This “Victorian Glass Whisky or Wine Glass Decanter C1880” found a buyer.

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Description

Technical Description

A fine good sized Whisky or wine decanter dating to c1880. It has its original cut ball stopper within a circular poring rim. Slice cut shoulders above a band of cross cut diamondsand pillar cuts below. Star cut base.

Date & Origin

England, c1880

Condition

Excellent, a few small nibbles to the pillars which is very minor, no other chips cracks or restoration and it is clean and clear.

Dimensions

Height: 26cm (including stopper) Diameter: 8.5cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
26cm (10.24")
Declaration

Exhibit Antiques has dated this Victorian Cut Glass Decanter to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1089833
Dealers Internal Reference
2023121239
Description
Technical Description

A fine good sized Whisky or wine decanter dating to c1880. It has its original cut ball stopper within a circular poring rim. Slice cut shoulders above a band of cross cut diamondsand pillar cuts below. Star cut base.

fig 1. A clear cut-glass Victorian decanter featuring vertical flutes, geometric diamond cutting on the shoulder, and a faceted ball stopper.
fig 1. Victorian Glass Whisky or Wine Glass Decanter C1880

Date & Origin

England, c1880

Condition

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Excellent, a few small nibbles to the pillars which is very minor, no other chips cracks or restoration and it is clean and clear.
Exhibit Antiques

Dimensions

Height: 26cm (including stopper) Diameter: 8.5cm

Height
26cm (10.24")
Date of Manufacture

Exhibit Antiques has dated this Victorian Cut Glass Decanter to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1089833
Dealers Internal Ref
2023121239
Exhibit Antiques
Exhibit Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2019

Specialists in 18th & 19th century antique glass

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A clear cut-glass Victorian decanter featuring vertical flutes, geometric diamond cutting on the shoulder, and a faceted ball stopper.
Victorian Glass Whisky or Wine Glass Decanter c1880
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A clear cut-glass Victorian decanter featuring vertical flutes, geometric diamond cutting on the shoulder, and a faceted ball stopper.
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  • ObjectDecanters
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialLead Crystal
  • ColourClear
  • MotifsDiamond cut, Vertical flutes, Faceted ball stopper, Star cut base
  • SizeH 26 cm (10 in)

Victorian glass decanters typically feature intricate hand-cut geometric patterns, heavy lead crystal construction, and polished globular or facet-cut stoppers reflecting the industrial advancements and decorative opulence of the late 19th century.

These pieces were predominantly crafted from flint glass or lead crystal, shaped using traditional glassblowing techniques, and finished with wheel-cut facets, fluting, or diamond point stippling applied by skilled artisans.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit minor surface wear on the base from friction, hand-polished pontil marks, slight asymmetry or bubbles within the glass matrix, and a snug, individually ground glass stopper matched specifically to the neck.

An antique decanter functions effectively as a sculptural display piece on a bar cart, a sideboard, or an open shelf, catching ambient light while adding texture and historical contrast to modern minimalist settings.

Antique decanters should be hand-washed using lukewarm water and mild detergent without soaking, avoiding sudden temperature changes to prevent thermal shock, and left unstoppered until completely dry to prevent moisture retention.
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