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19th Century Engraved Footed Tumbler C1850 - "A Bird In The Hand Is Worth Two In The Bush'
Status:This item has been sold Sold by:Exhibit Antiques
Technical Description
A superb mid-19th century engraved footed tumbler. A heavy conical bowl engraved around the rim with ''A BIRD IN THE HAND IS WORTH TWO IN THE BUSH''. The glass also features engravings depicting birds and bird catchers in a forest surrounding. Solid section to the base above a circular foot which has a large polished pontil.
A very unusual example and the first of its kind we have seen.
Date & Origin
England or Europe, c1850. Period of Victoria
Condition
Excellent, age-related wear as shown. No chips cracks or restoration
Dimensions
Height: 10.5cm
Bowl Diameter: 8.7cm
Foot diameter: 5.9cm.
Internal Reference: 2024111302
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1120199
Dateline of this antique is Victorian
Height is 10.5cm (4.1inches)Width is 0cm (0.0inches)Depth is 0cm (0.0inches)
Antique SA1120199 shown on this page was made in the Victorian Era. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was created:
The Victorian Era
ANTIQUE SA1120199
CONTACT DETAILS OF SELLER:
Exhibit Antiques
Specialists in 18th & 19th Century Antique Glass
Lanarkshire
United Kingdom
Tel: 01501 228 282
STATUS
THIS ITEM HAS BEEN SOLD
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