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James Powell & Sons (Whitefriars) Green Decanter
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James Powell & Sons (Whitefriars) Green Decanter

19th century
Sold 20 November 2024 · The World is Made of Glass Ltd.
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This is a small glass square-cased spirit decanter, mouth-blown by James Powell & Sons in the latter part of the 19th century, c1880.

The decanter is in excellent condition for its age. This means, of course, that it shows some age related wear and tear to the rim of the base consistent with use.

The decanter has been blown in pale green lightly ribbed glass. The decanter measures 6.5 cm (2.6 inches) across at the base which carries the very neat polished out pontil mark associated with this maker. The decanter is 13.5 cm (5.4 inches) in height without the stopper, and 18.5 cm (7.4 inches) tall with the stopper inserted. The stopper is a flattened spire with embellishments and is almost certainly the original. The same stopper can be seen on a shaft and globe decanter from the same maker on page 74 of the book "Whitefriars Glass James Powell & Sons of London" by Wendy Evans, Catherine Ross and Alex Werner. There are no chips, cracks, significant scratches or any evidence of restoration.

Lead glass weighing in at 300 g. (~ 11 oz.).

Physical Dimensions
Height
18.5cm (7.28")
Width
6.5cm (2.56")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Declaration

The World is Made of Glass Ltd. has dated this Green Glass Decanter to the 19th Century.

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SA1106294
Dealers Internal Reference
8047
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Description
This is a small glass square-cased spirit decanter, mouth-blown by James Powell & Sons in the latter part of the 19th century, c1880.

The decanter is in excellent condition for its age.

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This means, of course, that it shows some age related wear and tear to the rim of the base consistent with use.
The World is Made of Glass Ltd.
fig 1. A pale green handblown glass decanter with a matching leaf-shaped stopper against a neutral background.
fig 1. James Powell & Sons (Whitefriars) Green Decanter

The decanter has been blown in pale green lightly ribbed glass. The decanter measures 6.5 cm (2.6 inches) across at the base which carries the very neat polished out pontil mark associated with this maker. The decanter is 13.5 cm (5.4 inches) in height without the stopper, and 18.5 cm (7.4 inches) tall with the stopper inserted. The stopper is a flattened spire with embellishments and is almost certainly the original. The same stopper can be seen on a shaft and globe decanter from the same maker on page 74 of the book "Whitefriars Glass James Powell & Sons of London" by Wendy Evans, Catherine Ross and Alex Werner. There are no chips, cracks, significant scratches or any evidence of restoration.

Lead glass weighing in at 300 g. (~ 11 oz.).

Height
18.5cm (7.28")
Width
6.5cm (2.56")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Date of Manufacture

The World is Made of Glass Ltd. has dated this Green Glass Decanter to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1106294
Dealers Internal Ref
8047
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Dealing in antique and collectable glass from the 17th to the 21st century.

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Archive I A pale green handblown glass decanter with a matching leaf-shaped stopper against a neutral background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

James Powell & Sons (Whitefriars) Green Decanter

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3 Kent Hollow
Kent Road
Congresbury
Somerset
BS49 5BE
United Kingdom

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A pale green handblown glass decanter with a matching leaf-shaped stopper against a neutral background.
James Powell & Sons (Whitefriars) green decanter
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A pale green handblown glass decanter with a matching leaf-shaped stopper against a neutral background.
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  • ObjectDecanters
  • Period19th century
  • StyleArts and Crafts
  • MaterialGlass
  • ColourGreen
  • MotifsHandblown glass, Moulded stopper, Rectangular body
  • SizeH 18.5 cm (7 in) x W 6.5 cm (3 in) x D 6.5 cm (3 in)

British art glass production evolved significantly during the 19th and 20th centuries, with notable manufacturers such as James Powell & Sons (Whitefriars) pioneering innovative blowing techniques and distinct colour palettes that defined the eras aesthetic.

These pieces were typically handblown from soda-lime or lead glass, often incorporating natural mineral oxides to achieve signature colours like sea green or amber, with hand-formed stoppers ground to fit each individual neck.

Authentic pieces often exhibit pontil scars on the base from the handblowing process, subtle air bubbles within the glass matrix, characteristic wear around the foot rim, and specific maker marks or stylistic signatures associated with renowned glasshouses.

Place the decanter on a sideboard, bar cart, or open shelving where natural light can pass through the tinted glass, pairing it with complementary metallic barware or minimalist ceramics to create a balanced focal point.

Clean antique glass gently using lukewarm water and mild, non-abrasive soap, avoiding harsh chemicals and sudden temperature changes; never submerge stoppered bottles for prolonged periods, and use specialized cleaning beads for the interior if necessary.
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