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Gorgeous Antique Victorian Etched Glass Wine Jug with Grape & Vine Motif – Circa 1890
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Gorgeous Antique Victorian Etched Glass Wine Jug with Grape & Vine Motif – Circa 1890

19th century
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Gorgeous Antique Victorian Etched Glass Wine Jug with a generous, rounded form adorned with intricately etched grapevines and fruit, echoing the jug’s vinous purpose with refined artistry. The clear handle, decorated with frosted polka-dot impressions, adds both grip and vintage flair – circa 1890.

* Perfect for decanting wine or serving water, and equally at home as a decorative table centrepiece.

Measurements:

Height: 9" (approx. 23cm)

Diameter (at widest point): 5" (approx. 12.5cm)

Total weight: 780g

In good condition – No chips or cracks; light wear consistent with age. Etching remains crisp and clear.

Physical Dimensions
Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
12.5cm (4.92")
Depth
12.5cm (4.92")
Declaration

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this Victorian Etched Glass Jug to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1153878
Dealers Internal Reference
P51546
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Dear customers,

Just a quick note to let you know that I’ll be on vacation from Wednesday, 7th October 2026 through to Wednesday, 14th October 2026, so the shop will be closed during this time.

If you have an order already in process, please rest assured I’ll be keeping a close eye on any messages relating to it - and I’ll address any issues as soon as I can. Items are still available to purchase, and all new orders received while I’m away will be processed promptly when the shop reopens on Thursday, 15th October 2026.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

Warmest wishes,

Jozef

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Gorgeous Antique Victorian Etched Glass Wine Jug with a generous, rounded form adorned with intricately etched grapevines and fruit, echoing the jug’s vinous purpose with refined artistry.
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The clear handle, decorated with frosted polka-dot impressions, adds both grip and vintage flair – circa 1890.
Kingsdown Antiques
fig 1. A late 19th-century clear glass wine jug decorated with etched grapevine motifs, a flared rim, and a curved applied handle.
fig 1. Gorgeous Antique Victorian Etched Glass Wine Jug with Grape & Vine Motif – Circa 1890

Perfect for decanting wine or serving water, and equally at home as a decorative table centrepiece.

Measurements:

Height: 9" (approx. 23cm)

Diameter (at widest point): 5" (approx. 12.5cm)

Total weight: 780g

In good condition – No chips or cracks; light wear consistent with age. Etching remains crisp and clear.

Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
12.5cm (4.92")
Depth
12.5cm (4.92")
Date of Manufacture

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this Victorian Etched Glass Jug to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1153878
Dealers Internal Ref
P51546
Kingsdown Antiques
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A late 19th-century clear glass wine jug decorated with etched grapevine motifs, a flared rim, and a curved applied handle.
Gorgeous Antique Victorian Etched Glass Wine Jug with Grape & Vine Motif – circa 1890
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A late 19th-century clear glass wine jug decorated with etched grapevine motifs, a flared rim, and a curved applied handle.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectWine Jugs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialEtched Glass, Clear Glass
  • ColourClear
  • MotifsGrape and vine etching, Flared rim, Notched applied handle, Bulbous body
  • SizeH 23 cm (9 in) x W 12.5 cm (5 in) x D 12.5 cm (5 in)

This Victorian wine jug dates from circa 1890 and exemplifies traditional English Country House style. Fabricated from clear glass with an etched finish, the vessel features a bulbous body adorned with an intricate grape and vine motif. The neck terminates in a flared rim, while the side supports a curved applied handle decorated with frosted polka-dot impressions and a notched profile. The base rests on a circular, stepped foot ring displaying subtle turned moulding details. Overall measurements are 23 cm high, 12.5 cm wide, and 12.5 cm deep. In a modern home, this piece serves practical functions such as decanting wine or serving water at the dining table. Alternatively, it works well as a decorative display object positioned on a sideboard top, where the transparent surfaces catch the light. The structure exhibits light wear consistent with age, alongside crisp, clear etching and an absence of chips or cracks.

FAQs

Late Victorian etched glassware features surface ornamentation created using acid etching or wheel engraving, frequently depicting botanical motifs such as grapevines, leaves, and floral garlands.

These vessels were hand-blown from clear lead or soda-lime glass, featuring manually applied handles and hand-engraved or acid-etched patterns applied before final polishing.

Authentic pieces often showcase a polished or ground pontil mark on the base, minor hand-blown variations within the glass, and detailed surface etching characteristic of period craft techniques.

Place the jug on a sideboard, bar cart, or open shelving where natural light can pass through the glass to highlight the intricate etched pattern.

Wash by hand using lukewarm water and mild liquid soap, avoiding abrasive sponges, harsh chemicals, or dishwashers that could cloud or damage the etched surface.
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