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Stunning Pair 19th Century Glass Whisky Decanters C1880
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Stunning Pair 19th Century Glass Whisky Decanters C1880

19th century
Sold 20 August 2025 · Exhibit Antiques
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Description

Technical Description

A truly stunning pair of Victorian glass spirit decanters dating to c1880.

They have their original cut lapidary stoppers above wide poring rims and flute cut necks. The square bodies have wide notch cut corners with deep flute cuts either side of split cuts which are also notched. Star cut bases.

Date & Origin

England, c1880. Period of Victoria

Condition

Excellent, No chips, cracks or restoration. Very minor fritting to the base of the stoppers and the inside rim edges. Clean and clear internally.

Dimensions

Height: 27cm (includes stopper)

Square: 10cm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
27cm (10.63")
Declaration

Exhibit Antiques has dated these Victorian Glass Whisky Decanters to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1130005
Dealers Internal Reference
2025013109
Description
Technical Description

A truly stunning pair of Victorian glass spirit decanters dating to c1880.

They have their original cut lapidary stoppers above wide poring rims and flute cut necks.

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The square bodies have wide notch cut corners with deep flute cuts either side of split cuts which are also notched.
Exhibit Antiques

Star cut bases.

fig 1. A pair of clear cut-glass Victorian whisky decanters with faceted geometric stoppers and panelled bodies against a neutral gradient background.
fig 1. Stunning Pair 19th Century Glass Whisky Decanters C1880

Date & Origin

England, c1880. Period of Victoria

Condition

Excellent, No chips, cracks or restoration. Very minor fritting to the base of the stoppers and the inside rim edges. Clean and clear internally.

Dimensions

Height: 27cm (includes stopper)

Square: 10cm.

Height
27cm (10.63")
Date of Manufacture

Exhibit Antiques has dated these Victorian Glass Whisky Decanters to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1130005
Dealers Internal Ref
2025013109
Exhibit Antiques
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A pair of clear cut-glass Victorian whisky decanters with faceted geometric stoppers and panelled bodies against a neutral gradient background.
Stunning Pair 19th Century Glass Whisky Decanters c1880
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A pair of clear cut-glass Victorian whisky decanters with faceted geometric stoppers and panelled bodies against a neutral gradient background.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDecanters
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialGlass, Lead Crystal
  • ColourClear
  • MotifsFaceted crystal stoppers, Panel-cut bodies, Fluted neck rings
  • SizeH 27 cm (11 in)

FAQs

Late 19th-century Victorian decanters often featured heavy lead crystal construction, geometric cutting, and distinctive square or panelled shapes designed to fit securely in tantalus frames or cellarettes.

Clean them gently using warm water and mild detergent, avoiding harsh abrasives or sudden temperature changes. To remove internal residue, use specialized non-scratch cleaning beads rather than harsh chemical solvents.

They can be displayed on a sideboard, bar cart, or open shelving to introduce textural sparkle, classic symmetry, and historical character into a room.

Authentic pieces often exhibit ground and polished pontil marks on the base, minor wear consistent with age, hand-cut facets with slight irregularities, and matching numbered stoppers ground specifically to fit each neck.

These pieces were typically crafted from heavy flint glass or lead crystal, shaped using traditional glassblowing and mould-blowing techniques, and hand-finished with wheel-cut facets and polished stoppers.
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