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18th Century Facet Cut Ale Glass C1780
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18th Century Facet Cut Ale Glass C1780

18th century
Sold 6 April 2025 · Exhibit Antiques
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Description

Technical Description

An excellent 18th century facet cut stem Ale glass dating to c1780.

It has a long round funnel bowl above a hexagonal facet cut stem above a conical foot.

Date & Origin

England, c1780. Period of George III.

Condition

Excellent, no chips cracks or restoration

Dimensions

Height: 17.8cm

Rim diameter:6cm

Foot diameter: 8cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
18cm (7.09")
Declaration

Exhibit Antiques has dated this 18th Century Facet Cut Ale Glass to the Georgian era.

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Sellingantiques Reference
SA1120204
Dealers Internal Reference
2024103103
Description
Technical Description

An excellent 18th century facet cut stem Ale glass dating to c1780.

It has a long round funnel bowl above a hexagonal facet cut stem above a conical foot.

Date & Origin

England, c1780. Period of George III.

Condition

Excellent, no chips cracks or restoration

Dimensions

Height: 17.8cm

Rim diameter:6cm

Foot diameter: 8cm

Height
18cm (7.09")
Date of Manufacture

Exhibit Antiques has dated this 18th Century Facet Cut Ale Glass to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1120204
Dealers Internal Ref
2024103103
Exhibit Antiques
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Specialists in 18th & 19th century antique glass

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Archive I A clear glass ale flute featuring an elongated bowl and a heavily facet cut stem standing on a conical foot. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

18th Century Facet Cut Ale Glass C1780

Archive II A clear glass ale flute featuring an elongated bowl and a heavily facet cut stem standing on a conical foot. View II
Archive III A clear glass ale flute featuring an elongated bowl and a heavily facet cut stem standing on a conical foot. View III
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Archive V A clear glass ale flute featuring an elongated bowl and a heavily facet cut stem standing on a conical foot. View V
Archive VI A clear glass ale flute featuring an elongated bowl and a heavily facet cut stem standing on a conical foot. View VI
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A clear glass ale flute featuring an elongated bowl and a heavily facet cut stem standing on a conical foot.
18th Century Facet Cut Ale Glass c1780
Ref: SA1120204
A clear glass ale flute featuring an elongated bowl and a heavily facet cut stem standing on a conical foot.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDrinking Glass
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • Material[Lead Glass, Flint Glass]
  • ColourClear
  • MotifsFacet cut stem, Conical foot, Fluted bowl
  • SizeH 18 cm (7 in)

FAQs

Facet cut glassware became popular in Britain during the mid-to-late 18th century, driven by advancements in glass formulas and cutting techniques that allowed artisans to create intricate geometric patterns on drinking vessels.

These pieces were typically crafted from lead glass or flint glass, which provided high clarity and weight, then hand-blown and cold-cut using abrasive wheels to form precise facets.

Authentic pieces often exhibit minor surface irregularities, wear marks on the foot rim from age, hand-polished facets with soft edges, and a distinctive high-pitched ring when struck gently.

Displaying antique glassware in illuminated cabinets or open shelving adds historical depth and textural contrast to contemporary kitchen or dining room schemes.

Antique glass should be washed by hand in lukewarm water using mild detergent, avoiding harsh scrubbing or sudden temperature changes, and dried carefully with a lint-free cloth.
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