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18th Century Half Wrythen Ale Glass C1780
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18th Century Half Wrythen Ale Glass C1780

1900 - 1920
Sold 8 August 2025 · Exhibit Antiques
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Description

Technical Description

A very fine example of an 18th century ale glass with wrythen moulding to the lower half of the bowl which continues down through the rudimentary knop and stem. Conical foot.

Date & Origin

England, c1780, Period of George III.

Condition

Excellent, age-related wear as shown. No chips, cracks or restoration.

Dimensions

Height: 12.1cm.

Bowl diameter: 5.7cm.

Foot diameter: 6.2cm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
12cm (4.72")
Declaration

Exhibit Antiques has dated this 18th Century Ale Glass to the Edwardian era.

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SA1124723
Dealers Internal Reference
2024051614
Description
Technical Description
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A very fine example of an 18th century ale glass with wrythen moulding to the lower half of the bowl which continues down through the rudimentary knop and stem.
Exhibit Antiques

Conical foot.

Date & Origin

England, c1780, Period of George III.

Condition

Excellent, age-related wear as shown. No chips, cracks or restoration.

Dimensions

Height: 12.1cm.

Bowl diameter: 5.7cm.

Foot diameter: 6.2cm.

Height
12cm (4.72")
Date of Manufacture

Exhibit Antiques has dated this 18th Century Ale Glass to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1124723
Dealers Internal Ref
2024051614
Exhibit Antiques
Exhibit Antiques
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An 18th-century clear glass ale glass featuring a half-wrythen fluted bowl and a knop stem on a conical foot. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An 18th-century clear glass ale glass featuring a half-wrythen fluted bowl and a knop stem on a conical foot. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

18th Century Half Wrythen Ale Glass C1780

Archive II An 18th-century clear glass ale glass featuring a half-wrythen fluted bowl and a knop stem on a conical foot. View II
Archive III An 18th-century clear glass ale glass featuring a half-wrythen fluted bowl and a knop stem on a conical foot. View III
Archive IV An 18th-century clear glass ale glass featuring a half-wrythen fluted bowl and a knop stem on a conical foot. View IV
Archive V An 18th-century clear glass ale glass featuring a half-wrythen fluted bowl and a knop stem on a conical foot. View V
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An 18th-century clear glass ale glass featuring a half-wrythen fluted bowl and a knop stem on a conical foot.
18th Century Half Wrythen Ale Glass c1780
Ref: SA1124723
An 18th-century clear glass ale glass featuring a half-wrythen fluted bowl and a knop stem on a conical foot.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDrinking Glasses
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialLead Glass
  • ColourClear
  • MotifsHalf-wrythen fluting, Knop stem, Conical foot
  • SizeH 12 cm (5 in)

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The Georgian period spans the reigns of the four King Georges from 1714 to 1830, characterised by significant advancements in glass manufacturing, particularly the heavy use of lead crystal and the introduction of distinct drinking vessel forms tailored for specific beverages like ale, wine, and cordials.

These pieces were typically hand-blown using lead glass or flint glass, which provided a brilliant clarity and heavier weight. Techniques such as mould-blowing were often utilised to create decorative optical effects like half-wrythen fluting on the bowl.

Authentic pieces often exhibit characteristic pontil marks on the base where the glassblowers iron was detached, minor surface wear consistent with age, and subtle asymmetries or air bubbles trapped within the hand-blown metal.

Antique stemware can be displayed within glass-fronted cabinets, open shelving, or utilised selectively on bar carts to introduce historic texture and authentic craftsmanship into modern living spaces.

Antique glass should always be hand-washed gently in lukewarm water using mild detergent and dried immediately with a soft, lint-free cloth. Dishwashers and harsh chemicals must be strictly avoided to prevent scratching and chemical degradation of the glass surface.
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