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Rare Georgian Glass Sweetmeat or Ice Plate C1720
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Rare Georgian Glass Sweetmeat or Ice Plate C1720

18th century
For Sale by Exhibit Antiques
Description

Technical Description

A rare piece from the early 18th century, an English rib moulded plate.

The central bowl is too small for a rinser or bowl and has a raised control centre, so most probably used for wet sweetmeats or ice.

Date & Origin

England, c1720

Condition

Excellent, no chips cracks or restoration.

Dimensions

Height: 2.7cm Diameter: 14.5cm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.7cm (1.06")
Declaration

Exhibit Antiques has dated this Georgian Glass Sweetmeat Plate to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1161137
Dealers Internal Reference
2025080102
Description
Technical Description

A rare piece from the early 18th century, an English rib moulded plate.

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The central bowl is too small for a rinser or bowl and has a raised control centre, so most probably used for wet sweetmeats or ice.
Exhibit Antiques

Date & Origin

England, c1720

Condition

Excellent, no chips cracks or restoration.

Dimensions

Height: 2.7cm Diameter: 14.5cm.

Height
2.7cm (1.06")
Date of Manufacture

Exhibit Antiques has dated this Georgian Glass Sweetmeat Plate to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1161137
Dealers Internal Ref
2025080102
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A circular clear glass Georgian sweetmeat plate featuring a ruffled outer border and a ribbed central pattern.
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Archive I A circular clear glass Georgian sweetmeat plate featuring a ruffled outer border and a ribbed central pattern.

Rare Georgian Glass Sweetmeat or Ice Plate C1720

Archive II A circular clear glass Georgian sweetmeat plate featuring a ruffled outer border and a ribbed central pattern. View II
Archive III A circular clear glass Georgian sweetmeat plate featuring a ruffled outer border and a ribbed central pattern. View III
Archive IV A circular clear glass Georgian sweetmeat plate featuring a ruffled outer border and a ribbed central pattern. View IV
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A circular clear glass Georgian sweetmeat plate featuring a ruffled outer border and a ribbed central pattern.
Rare Georgian Glass Sweetmeat or Ice Plate c1720
Ref: SA1161137
A circular clear glass Georgian sweetmeat plate featuring a ruffled outer border and a ribbed central pattern.
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  • ObjectDecorative Dishes
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialLead Glass
  • ColourClear
  • MotifsRuffled border, Ribbed centre, Pontil mark
  • SizeH 2.7 cm (1 in)

This rare Georgian sweetmeat or ice plate dates from around 1720 and originates from England. Fashioned from clear lead glass, the decorative dish presents a round circular form with a distinct raised control centre. Radiating outward from the centre, a prominent ribbed pattern defines the main bowl section, while the outer rim showcases a ruffled border. A visible pontil mark sits within the base construction. The piece stands at 2.7 cm high with a diameter of 14.5 cm. In a modern interior, this item functions well as a decorative dish displayed on a sideboard top in a dining room or living space. It adds subtle texture and period charm to a table setting or display cabinet within an English country house style interior. The transparent lead glass construction catches natural light, making it suitable for catching the eye when placed upon polished wooden surfaces or open shelving.

FAQs

An 18th-century glass sweetmeat or ice plate is a small glass vessel crafted during the Georgian period designed to serve sweetmeats, candied fruits, jellies, or ice desserts.

Early Georgian glassware was typically hand-blown or pressed from lead flint glass, yielding a heavy weight, strong clarity, and a clear resonance when tapped.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-finished details such as a snapped or ground pontil mark on the base, slight irregular thickness, and minor air bubbles or striations within the glass body.

These clear glass items can be placed on a sideboard top, arranged within a lighted display cabinet to showcase the glasswork, or used as trinket dishes on a dressing table.

Antique lead glass should be washed by hand in lukewarm water with a mild soap, avoiding hot water and dishwashers to prevent thermal shock and clouding.
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