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Austrian Glass Tankard

19th century
Sold 19 January 2025 · David Robinson Antiques
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A fine 19th century Austrian cut crystal tankard mounted with silver and a porcelain, probably Vienna, plaque. The porcelain plaque is beautifully painted with a hound standing over the hare he has just caught. The silver is hallmarked. The plaque has a diameter of 8 cms.

Date of Manufacture

David Robinson Antiques has dated this Antique Glass Tankard to the 1870s.

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16cm (6.30")
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SA1111078
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A fine 19th century Austrian cut crystal tankard mounted with silver and a porcelain, probably Vienna, plaque. The porcelain plaque is beautifully painted with a hound standing over the hare he has just caught. The silver is hallmarked. The plaque has a diameter of 8 cms.
Date of Manufacture

David Robinson Antiques has dated this Antique Glass Tankard to the 1870s.

Height
16cm (6.30")
Reference Numbers
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SA1111078
David Robinson Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2023
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Archive I An antique glass tankard featuring a faceted clear body and a hinged metal lid with an inset painted roundel. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Austrian Glass Tankard

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David Robinson Antiques
Telephone 07860 307887
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Stand 26
The Admiral Vernon Arcade
Portobello Road
London
United Kingdom

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An antique glass tankard featuring a faceted clear body and a hinged metal lid with an inset painted roundel.
Austrian glass Tankard
Ref: SA1111078
An antique glass tankard featuring a faceted clear body and a hinged metal lid with an inset painted roundel.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTankards and Steins
  • Period19th century
  • StyleAustrian / Central European Traditional
  • MaterialGlass, Pewter
  • ColourClear
  • MotifsFaceted glass body, Hinged metal lid, Painted lid insert, Scroll handle
  • SizeH 16 cm (6 in)

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Lidded drinking vessels, often called steins or tankards, gained popularity in Central Europe during the 16th century, driven by sanitation laws that required beverages to be covered. Over time, materials evolved from earthenware and stoneware to fine cut glass, complemented by hinged metal lids made from pewter or silver.

Authentic Austrian tankards typically combine high-clarity lead glass or crystal with metal mounts, most commonly pewter, silver-plated brass, or sterling silver. The glass bodies often feature wheel-cut panels or moulded fluting, while the lids frequently incorporate inset porcelain plaques, enamel work, or engraved metal.

Identification relies on examining the weight and clarity of the glass, the hand-cut facets, and the casting or smithing marks on the metal mounts. Austro-Hungarian pieces often feature distinct makers marks or silver hallmarks on the hinge mechanism, alongside characteristic hand-painted or enamelled lid inserts.

An antique tankard can be displayed as a sculptural accent on a bookshelf, incorporated into a home bar setup, or used as a distinctive vase for short-stemmed floral arrangements. Pairing historical drinkware with contemporary surfaces creates an eclectic, curated look that highlights the craftsmanship of the object.

Clean the glass body gently using lukewarm water and mild, non-abrasive soap, taking care to keep moisture away from the metal hinges to prevent tarnishing or corrosion. Dry the metal components immediately with a soft cloth and avoid submerging pieces with painted or inset lid elements.
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