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Pair 19th Century Nelson Glass Decanters C1830
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Pair 19th Century Nelson Glass Decanters C1830

18th century
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Description

Technical Description

A superb pair of Nelson or Cylinder glass decanters dating to c1830.

They have their original cut mushroom stoppers, the necks having full prism cutting above panel cuts to the bowls. Radial cut bases.

You can an example of these decanter and stoppers 264 of "The Decanter, An Illustrated History Of Glass from 1650" by Andy McConnell

Date & Origin

England, c1830

Condition

Excellent, no chips, cracks or restoration. Some minor nibbles to the base of the stopper pegs as expected. Clean and clear.

Dimensions

Height: 24cm (including stopper)

Diameter: 9.2cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
24cm (9.45")
Declaration

Exhibit Antiques has dated these Antique Cut Glass Decanters to the Georgian era.

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SA1130043
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Description
Technical Description

A superb pair of Nelson or Cylinder glass decanters dating to c1830.

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They have their original cut mushroom stoppers, the necks having full prism cutting above panel cuts to the bowls.
Exhibit Antiques

Radial cut bases.

fig 1. A pair of clear cut glass decanters featuring stepped ring necks, vertical flute cutting, and faceted lapidary stoppers.
fig 1. Pair 19th Century Nelson Glass Decanters C1830

You can an example of these decanter and stoppers 264 of "The Decanter, An Illustrated History Of Glass from 1650" by Andy McConnell

Date & Origin

England, c1830

Condition

Excellent, no chips, cracks or restoration. Some minor nibbles to the base of the stopper pegs as expected. Clean and clear.

Dimensions

Height: 24cm (including stopper)

Diameter: 9.2cm

Height
24cm (9.45")
Date of Manufacture

Exhibit Antiques has dated these Antique Cut Glass Decanters to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1130043
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2024091810
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Archive I A pair of clear cut glass decanters featuring stepped ring necks, vertical flute cutting, and faceted lapidary stoppers.

Pair 19th Century Nelson Glass Decanters c1830

Archive II A pair of clear cut glass decanters featuring stepped ring necks, vertical flute cutting, and faceted lapidary stoppers. View II
Archive III A pair of clear cut glass decanters featuring stepped ring necks, vertical flute cutting, and faceted lapidary stoppers. View III
Archive IV A pair of clear cut glass decanters featuring stepped ring necks, vertical flute cutting, and faceted lapidary stoppers. View IV
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A pair of clear cut glass decanters featuring stepped ring necks, vertical flute cutting, and faceted lapidary stoppers.
Pair 19th Century Nelson Glass Decanters c1830
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A pair of clear cut glass decanters featuring stepped ring necks, vertical flute cutting, and faceted lapidary stoppers.
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The Nelson shape decanter typically features a tapered body with multiple cut rings surrounding the neck, designed to improve grip during pouring. Popularised during the late Georgian and Regency eras, these decanters often incorporate flat flute cuts along the lower body and matching faceted stoppers.

Decanters from this period were primarily hand-blown using lead crystal or flint glass, chosen for its optical clarity and resonance. The decorative patterns were subsequently created by hand using rotating stone wheels to cut precise geometric facets and flutes.

Authentic pieces generally display minor variations in dimensions due to hand-crafting, along with ground pontil marks on the base. Look for subtle wear on contact points, original stoppers fitted precisely to the neck, and slight greyish or yellowish tones inherent to historic glass formulas.

Displaying a pair on a modern sideboard, marble bar cart, or timber tray creates an effective contrast between period glassmaking and clean architectural lines. Their geometric cuts reflect light, making them suitable accent pieces near artificial or natural lighting sources.

Wash decanters by hand using lukewarm water, mild liquid detergent, and a soft cloth to avoid scratching or thermal shock. Internal cloudiness can be reduced using specialist cleaning beads or vinegar solutions, ensuring pieces dry completely before replacing stoppers.
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