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Pair of Large 19th Century Blue Glass Water Jugs
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Pair of Large 19th Century Blue Glass Water Jugs

19th century
Sold 25 November 2024 · Exhibit Antiques
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Description

Technical Description

A pair of late 19th century blue glass water jugs. they have poring sections to the front with applied handles and polished pontils.

Date & Origin

England, c1860-80. Period of Victoria.

Condition

Excellent, age-related wear as shown. No chips cracks or restoration

Dimensions

(Jug Left of Main Photo)

Height: 17.2cm

Rim Diameter: 11cm

(Jug Right of Main Photo)

Height: 16.6cm

Rim Diameter: 11.9cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
17.2cm (6.77")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Declaration

Exhibit Antiques has dated these Blue Glass Water Jugs to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1106311
Dealers Internal Reference
2024053029
Description
Technical Description

A pair of late 19th century blue glass water jugs. they have poring sections to the front with applied handles and polished pontils.

Date & Origin

England, c1860-80. Period of Victoria.

fig 1. A pair of large, deep blue glass water jugs featuring applied handles and bulbous bodies.
fig 1. Pair of Large 19th Century Blue Glass Water Jugs

Condition

Excellent, age-related wear as shown. No chips cracks or restoration

Dimensions

(Jug Left of Main Photo)

Height: 17.2cm

Rim Diameter: 11cm

(Jug Right of Main Photo)

Height: 16.6cm

Rim Diameter: 11.9cm

Height
17.2cm (6.77")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Date of Manufacture

Exhibit Antiques has dated these Blue Glass Water Jugs to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1106311
Dealers Internal Ref
2024053029
Exhibit Antiques
Exhibit Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2019

Specialists in 18th & 19th century antique glass

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Archive I A pair of large, deep blue glass water jugs featuring applied handles and bulbous bodies. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Pair of Large 19th Century Blue Glass Water Jugs

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Archive V A pair of large, deep blue glass water jugs featuring applied handles and bulbous bodies. View V
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A pair of large, deep blue glass water jugs featuring applied handles and bulbous bodies.
Pair of Large 19th Century Blue Glass Water Jugs
Ref: SA1106311
A pair of large, deep blue glass water jugs featuring applied handles and bulbous bodies.
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  • ObjectJugs & Pitchers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialGlass
  • ColourBlue
  • MotifsApplied handle, Punt base, Pouring spout
  • SizeH 17.2 cm (7 in) x W 11 cm (4 in) x D 11 cm (4 in)

Cobalt blue glass gained widespread popularity during the nineteenth century due to advancements in chemical colourants, frequently utilised for utilitarian and decorative vessels.

These pieces were typically mouth-blown using potash or soda-lime glass formulations, with cobalt oxide added to the molten batch to achieve the characteristic deep blue hue.

Authentic pieces often exhibit pontil marks on the base, minor surface irregularities, and uneven bubble distribution consistent with hand-blown manufacturing techniques.

They can be displayed on open shelving, used as floral vases, or arranged as focal points on sideboards to introduce rich colour and historical texture.

Wash them gently by hand using lukewarm water and mild soap, avoiding sudden temperature changes and harsh chemical abrasives to protect the historic glass surface.
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