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Description

Technical Description

An unusual 19th century glass sugar bowl dating to c1880. It has a tapering bowl above a conical folded foot.

Date & Origin

England, c1790.

Condition

Excellent, no chips, cracks, or restoration.

Dimensions

Height: 12cm

Rim diameter:15.2cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

12cm (4.72")

Width

15cm (5.91")

Declaration

Exhibit Antiques has dated this Georgian Glass Sugar Bowl to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1120198

Dealers Internal Reference

2024081707

Description

Technical Description

An unusual 19th century glass sugar bowl dating to c1880. It has a tapering bowl above a conical folded foot.

Date & Origin

England, c1790.

Condition

Excellent, no chips, cracks, or restoration.

Dimensions

Height: 12cm

Rim diameter:15.2cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

12cm (4.72")

Width

15cm (5.91")

Date of Manufacture

Exhibit Antiques has dated this Georgian Glass Sugar Bowl to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1120198

Dealers Internal Ref

2024081707

About the Dealer

Exhibit Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2019

Specialists in 18th & 19th century antique glass

Dealer Profile

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A clear, footed glass sugar bowl with a flared rim and a circular pedestal base, viewed against a neutral background.

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Exhibit Antiques

Telephone 01501 228 282

Location

Glasgow
Scotland
United Kingdom

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/exhibitantiques

Verified Since Mar 2019

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectDecorative Bowls
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialClear glass
ColourClear
MotifsFlared rim, Pedestal foot, Smooth surface
SizeH 12 cm (5 in) x W 15 cm (6 in)

FAQs

Georgian glass sugar bowls typically feature hand-blown lead glass construction, often with simple flared bowl shapes resting on a short stem and conical foot, reflecting the functional elegance of the period.

These pieces were crafted primarily from potash-lime glass or early lead crystal, shaped by free-blowing or mold-blowing techniques before hand-finishing.

Authentic pieces often display a pontil mark on the underside where the glassblowers rod was detached, alongside characteristic surface wear, minor bubbles, and striations inherent to early glass manufacture.

Such pieces can be displayed on a sideboard or open shelving as a standalone decorative accent, or utilised practically to hold small items or dried botanicals.

Wash by hand using lukewarm water and mild detergent, avoiding harsh abrasives or sudden temperature changes to protect the fragile historic material.