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Rare Antique 18th Century Opaque Twist Wine Glass C1760
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Rare Antique 18th Century Opaque Twist Wine Glass C1760

18th century
Sold 28 June 2025 · Exhibit Antiques
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Description

Technical Description

An Opaque twist wine glass dating to c1760. It has a ogee bowl above a double series opaque twist stem consisting of single 24-ply spiral band outside a gauze. Conical foot.

To our knowledge, this is the only opaque twist stem that we have seen in over 20 years that has a 24-ply spiral band. Normally they range between 8 and 12 ply. A rare variation which can easily be missed.

Date & Origin

England, c1760. Period of George III.

Condition

Excellent, no chips cracks, or restoration.

Dimensions

Height: 15 cm

Rim diameter: 4.6 cm

Foot diameter: 7 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

Exhibit Antiques has dated this Opaque Twist Wine Glass to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1139747
Dealers Internal Reference
2025031904
Description
Technical Description

An Opaque twist wine glass dating to c1760.

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It has a ogee bowl above a double series opaque twist stem consisting of single 24-ply spiral band outside a gauze.
Exhibit Antiques

Conical foot.

To our knowledge, this is the only opaque twist stem that we have seen in over 20 years that has a 24-ply spiral band. Normally they range between 8 and 12 ply. A rare variation which can easily be missed.

Date & Origin

England, c1760. Period of George III.

Condition

Excellent, no chips cracks, or restoration.

Dimensions

Height: 15 cm

Rim diameter: 4.6 cm

Foot diameter: 7 cm

Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

Exhibit Antiques has dated this Opaque Twist Wine Glass to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1139747
Dealers Internal Ref
2025031904
Exhibit Antiques
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Archive I An 18th-century wine glass featuring a bell bowl, a faceted stem containing an opaque white twist, and a conical foot. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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An 18th-century wine glass featuring a bell bowl, a faceted stem containing an opaque white twist, and a conical foot.
Rare Antique 18th Century Opaque Twist Wine Glass c1760
Ref: SA1139747
An 18th-century wine glass featuring a bell bowl, a faceted stem containing an opaque white twist, and a conical foot.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDrinking Glasses
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialLead Glass
  • ColourClear and White
  • MotifsOpaque white twist stem, Conical foot, Bell bowl
  • SizeH 15 cm (6 in) x W 7 cm (3 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

FAQs

An opaque twist wine glass is a type of drinking vessel produced in Britain during the 18th century, characterised by white or coloured enamel threads enclosed within the clear glass stem.

These glasses were traditionally crafted from lead glass, which offered clarity and weight. The stems were formed using drawing and twisting techniques to incorporate air bubbles or opaque enamel rods.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit pontil marks on the underside of the base, minor surface wear consistent with age, and irregularities in the glass weight and bubble formations inherent to hand-blown manufacturing.

Antique stemware can be displayed within glass-fronted cabinets or styled on open shelving to add historical texture and refined craftsmanship to a contemporary dining space or living area.

Antique glass should be washed by hand in lukewarm water using mild detergent and dried immediately with a lint-free cloth. Avoid abrasive materials, sudden temperature changes, and dishwasher use.
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