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19th Century Engraved & Gilded Glass Berry Dish C1880
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19th Century Engraved & Gilded Glass Berry Dish C1880

19th century
Sold 10 October 2024 · Exhibit Antiques
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Description

Technical Description

A 19th century engraved and gilded glass berry dish dating to c1880.

Beautifully engraved and gilded flowers around a gilded rim with bands of stars within arches below. Polished pontil with engraved and gilded flowers.

A rather delightful piece of glass, often described as a wine taster but more likely used for holding berries and small fruits.

Influenced by the Spanish La Granja glassworks of the 18th century, by the late 19th century the style was being copied in both England, France and Bohemia.

Date & Origin

Europe or England, c1880.

Condition

Excellent, no chips cracks or restoration.

Dimensions

Height: 2.7cm

Diameter: 10.8cm,

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.7cm (1.06")
Width
10.8cm (4.25")
Depth
10.8cm (4.25")
Declaration

Exhibit Antiques has dated this Gilded Glass Berry Dish to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1092066
Dealers Internal Reference
2024081917
Description
Technical Description

A 19th century engraved and gilded glass berry dish dating to c1880.

Beautifully engraved and gilded flowers around a gilded rim with bands of stars within arches below. Polished pontil with engraved and gilded flowers.

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A rather delightful piece of glass, often described as a wine taster but more likely used for holding berries and small fruits.
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fig 1. A circular clear glass berry dish featuring intricate gold leaf floral engravings, geometric lattice patterns, and an integrated vertical handle.
fig 1. 19th Century Engraved & Gilded Glass Berry Dish C1880

Influenced by the Spanish La Granja glassworks of the 18th century, by the late 19th century the style was being copied in both England, France and Bohemia.

Date & Origin

Europe or England, c1880.

Condition

Excellent, no chips cracks or restoration.

Dimensions

Height: 2.7cm

Diameter: 10.8cm,

Height
2.7cm (1.06")
Width
10.8cm (4.25")
Depth
10.8cm (4.25")
Date of Manufacture

Exhibit Antiques has dated this Gilded Glass Berry Dish to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1092066
Dealers Internal Ref
2024081917
Exhibit Antiques
Exhibit Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2019

Specialists in 18th & 19th century antique glass

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A circular clear glass berry dish featuring intricate gold leaf floral engravings, geometric lattice patterns, and an integrated vertical handle. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A circular clear glass berry dish featuring intricate gold leaf floral engravings, geometric lattice patterns, and an integrated vertical handle. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

19th Century Engraved & Gilded Glass Berry Dish C1880

Archive II A circular clear glass berry dish featuring intricate gold leaf floral engravings, geometric lattice patterns, and an integrated vertical handle. View II
Archive III A circular clear glass berry dish featuring intricate gold leaf floral engravings, geometric lattice patterns, and an integrated vertical handle. View III
Archive IV A circular clear glass berry dish featuring intricate gold leaf floral engravings, geometric lattice patterns, and an integrated vertical handle. View IV
Archive V A circular clear glass berry dish featuring intricate gold leaf floral engravings, geometric lattice patterns, and an integrated vertical handle. View V
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United Kingdom
Verified Since Mar 2019
Items For Sale 145
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A circular clear glass berry dish featuring intricate gold leaf floral engravings, geometric lattice patterns, and an integrated vertical handle.
19th Century Engraved & Gilded Glass Berry Dish c1880
Ref: SA1092066
A circular clear glass berry dish featuring intricate gold leaf floral engravings, geometric lattice patterns, and an integrated vertical handle.
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  • ObjectServing Dishes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialGlass, Gold
  • ColourClear and Gold
  • MotifsFloral engraving, Geometric lattice, Gilt highlights, Integrated handle
  • SizeH 2.7 cm (1 in) x W 10.8 cm (4 in) x D 10.8 cm (4 in)

Victorian glassware often combined wheel-engraving or acid-etching with applied gold leaf or fire-gilding, creating ornate botanical and geometric patterns popular for formal dining.

Artisans applied gold leaf or a gold suspension mixture onto the glass surface, often firing the piece in a kiln to bond the precious metal before hand-engraving details.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit slight hand-applied irregularities, wear consistent with age on the high points of the gilding, and period-appropriate pontil marks on the base.

Antique glass can be displayed on open shelving, sideboards, or inside glass-fronted cabinets where natural light can highlight the intricate engraving and metallic sheen.

Antique gilded items should be washed by hand using lukewarm water and mild soap, avoiding harsh abrasives, soaking, or ultrasonic cleaners to protect the delicate gold leaf.
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