Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
A rare example of a 19th century Nailsea glass decanter or wine carafe dating to c1845.
Cork and white metal period stopper. Holds 600ml so just over 3/4 bottle.
From an exceptional museum quality private collection of Nailsea glass which we will be presenting over the coming few weeks.
Date & Origin
England, c1845. Period of Victoria.
Condition
Excellent, no chips cracks or restoration
Dimensions
Height: 19.5cm (includes topper)
Diameter: 12cm
Historical Context
Hand-blown around the time Nathaniel Hawthorne's The Scarlet Letter was published on the 16th of March 1850.
Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
Specialists in 18th & 19th century antique glass
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19th Century Victorian Blue Nailsea Glass Decanter or Wine Carafe C1845
