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Georgian Engraved Rummer, God Speed the Carpenter
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Georgian Engraved Rummer, God Speed the Carpenter

19th century
Sold 21 July 2025 · The World is Made of Glass Ltd.
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Description

This is a late Georgian small engraved ovoid bowl rummer glass dating from the turn of the 18th/19th centuries, c1800.

The glass is in excellent condition for its age. It shows age related wear and tear to the rim of the foot consistent with some 200+ years of use. It has a rough pontil mark on the base of the foot.

The glass has an ovoid-shaped bowl measuring 8 cm (3.2 inches) in diameter. The bowl is petal flute moulded to the lower half and engraved to the upper with the legend "GOD SPEED THE CARPENTER" within engraved borders above and below. An engraved Hoho bird appears on the reverse. The bowl sits on a short, extruded stem that leads to a conical foot which measures 7 cm (2.8 inches) in diameter. The glass is 11.7 cm (4.7 inches) in height. There are no chips, cracks, significant scratches or any obvious signs of restoration.

English lead glass weighing in at 168 g. ( ~ 6 oz.).

Physical Dimensions
Height
11.7cm (4.61")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

The World is Made of Glass Ltd. has dated this Georgian Engraved Rummer to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1145862
Dealers Internal Reference
5478
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Description
This is a late Georgian small engraved ovoid bowl rummer glass dating from the turn of the 18th/19th centuries, c1800.

The glass is in excellent condition for its age. It shows age related wear and tear to the rim of the foot consistent with some 200+ years of use. It has a rough pontil mark on the base of the foot.

The glass has an ovoid-shaped bowl measuring 8 cm (3.2 inches) in diameter.

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The bowl is petal flute moulded to the lower half and engraved to the upper with the legend "GOD SPEED THE CARPENTER" within engraved borders above and below.
The World is Made of Glass Ltd.

An engraved Hoho bird appears on the reverse. The bowl sits on a short, extruded stem that leads to a conical foot which measures 7 cm (2.8 inches) in diameter. The glass is 11.7 cm (4.7 inches) in height. There are no chips, cracks, significant scratches or any obvious signs of restoration.

English lead glass weighing in at 168 g. ( ~ 6 oz.).

Height
11.7cm (4.61")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

The World is Made of Glass Ltd. has dated this Georgian Engraved Rummer to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1145862
Dealers Internal Ref
5478
The World is Made of Glass Ltd.
The World is Made of Glass Ltd.
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Dealing in antique and collectable glass from the 17th to the 21st century.

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Telephone 07986 518362
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3 Kent Hollow
Kent Road
Congresbury
Somerset
BS49 5BE
United Kingdom

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A clear glass Georgian rummer featuring hand-engraved lettering and floral motifs on a short stem with a circular foot.
Georgian engraved rummer, God speed the carpenter
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A clear glass Georgian rummer featuring hand-engraved lettering and floral motifs on a short stem with a circular foot.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectGlassware
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • Material[Lead Glass]
  • ColourClear
  • MotifsWheel engraving, Panel cutting, Fluted bowl
  • SizeH 11.7 cm (5 in) x W 8 cm (3 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

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A rummer is a large, heavy type of drinking glass that became popular in Britain during the late 18th and 19th centuries, typically used for serving rum, beer, or wine.

These vessels were traditionally crafted from lead glass using free-blown or mould-blown methods, often featuring wheel-engraved or stippled decorations.

Authentic pieces often exhibit pontil marks on the base, minor surface wear consistent with age, variations in glass thickness, and hand-cut or engraved detailing characteristic of period artisans.

These items can be displayed within glass-fronted cabinets, used as distinctive mantelpiece ornaments, or utilised on dining tables to add historic character to modern schemes.

Wash pieces gently by hand using lukewarm water and mild detergent, avoiding harsh abrasives, ultrasonic cleaners, and sudden temperature changes to protect the fragile material.
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