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Antique Glass Firing Glass C1790-1800
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Antique Glass Firing Glass C1790-1800

18th century
Sold 30 September 2024 · Marris Antiques
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Description

Firing glass with trumpet bowl and heavy flanged firing foot English c1790-1800.

Rim dia: 6 cm.

Foot dia: 6.5 cm.

Thickness of foot: 15 mm.

Condition: Very good. Quite a pale colour.

Delivery by Royal Mail tracked and signed.

UK £8.00

Outside UK £20.00.

Physical Dimensions
Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Declaration

Marris Antiques has dated this Georgian Glass Firing Glass to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1093969
Dealers Internal Reference
NO11
Description
Firing glass with trumpet bowl and heavy flanged firing foot English c1790-1800.

Rim dia: 6 cm.

Foot dia: 6.5 cm.

Thickness of foot: 15 mm.

Condition: Very good. Quite a pale colour.

Delivery by Royal Mail tracked and signed.

UK £8.00

Outside UK £20.00.

Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Date of Manufacture

Marris Antiques has dated this Georgian Glass Firing Glass to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1093969
Dealers Internal Ref
NO11
Marris Antiques
Marris Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2018

Robert marris specialises in 18th, 19th and early 20th-century english and irish glass.

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A clear glass Georgian firing glass featuring a thick, heavy foot and a short stem supporting a conical bowl against a neutral grey background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A clear glass Georgian firing glass featuring a thick, heavy foot and a short stem supporting a conical bowl against a neutral grey background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Glass Firing Glass C1790-1800

Archive II A clear glass Georgian firing glass featuring a thick, heavy foot and a short stem supporting a conical bowl against a neutral grey background. View II
Archive III A clear glass Georgian firing glass featuring a thick, heavy foot and a short stem supporting a conical bowl against a neutral grey background. View III
Archive IV A clear glass Georgian firing glass featuring a thick, heavy foot and a short stem supporting a conical bowl against a neutral grey background. View IV
Archive V A clear glass Georgian firing glass featuring a thick, heavy foot and a short stem supporting a conical bowl against a neutral grey background. View V
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Marris Antiques

Marris Antiques
Telephone 01787 371523 or 07841 500644
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Sudbury
Suffolk
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/marris
Verified Since May 2018
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Items Sold 599
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A clear glass Georgian firing glass featuring a thick, heavy foot and a short stem supporting a conical bowl against a neutral grey background.
Antique glass firing glass c1790-1800
Ref: SA1093969
A clear glass Georgian firing glass featuring a thick, heavy foot and a short stem supporting a conical bowl against a neutral grey background.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDrinking Glasses
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialLead glass
  • ColourClear
  • MotifsConical bowl, Heavy flattened foot, Short thick stem, Pontil mark
  • SizeH 9 cm (4 in) x W 6 cm (2 in) x D 6.5 cm (3 in)

FAQs

A firing glass is a small, heavy-based drinking vessel popular in the 18th and early 19th centuries, specifically designed for toasting. The thick, reinforced foot produced a sharp cracking sound resembling a musket fire when slammed onto a wooden table, earning it the term firing.

These pieces were typically hand-blown using lead glass or flint glass, characterised by a thick foot, a short stem, and a conical bowl. The high lead content provides a distinctive ring and clarity, while the heavy base was engineered to withstand the impact of being struck against tables.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate manufacturing characteristics such as pontil marks on the underside of the base, internal bubbles, striations within the glass, and surface wear consistent with age. The weight distribution and hand-formed contours also differ significantly from modern machine-pressed glass.

These small glassware items integrate well into traditional and eclectic displays by being housed within glass-fronted cabinets, displayed on open shelving, or styled on sideboards as part of a curated collection of historic objects.

Antique glass should be washed by hand using warm water and mild detergent, avoiding harsh chemicals, abrasives, and dishwashers. Drying with a lint-free cloth helps prevent water spots and protects the fragile historic surfaces.
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