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Gorgeous Antique Victorian Elkington Etched Glass & Silver-plated Claret Jug – Circa 1870
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Gorgeous Antique Victorian Elkington Etched Glass & Silver-plated Claret Jug – Circa 1870

19th century
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A Gorgeous Antique Elkington Etched Glass & Silver-Plated Claret Jug showcasing a magnificent blend of neoclassical elegance and Victorian craftsmanship. The lid and collar depict figures in motion - dancers, horses, and musicians - reminiscent of Greco-Roman friezes, with subtle copper-toned highlights enhancing the depth and drama.

Topped with a thistle-style finial and adorned with vine and scroll motifs, the handle’s sculptural quality matches the grandeur of the overall design.

The inside of the lid and pour spout are finished in a warm gilt tone, often used to protect the contents and enhance the luxurious feel and the lower rim is embellished with a Greek key pattern, grounding the piece in neoclassical aesthetic tradition. The base is marked for the renowned maker ‘Elkington’ – circa 1870.

Measurements:

Height: 13 1/2" (approx. 34.5cm)

Diameter of base: 4" (approx. 10cm)

Total weight: 1131g

In good condition – Minor age-appropriate wear to the silver plate; glass is clear with no cracks or chips. Hinged lid opens smoothly; ideal for serving wine, displaying floral arrangements, or curating in a cabinet of fine antique glass. The rim of the base has a slight dent – as shown in the photographs for accuracy.

Date of Manufacture

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this Victorian Silver Claret Jug to the 1870s.

Independent Date Guide ID 09171702
Dealer's Item Date1870s
Sellingantiques Date1870s
Sellingantiques agingItem 140-165 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1870s:
ELKINGTON & CO stamped on the foot rim: Birmingham maker active throughout the Victorian era.
Classical figures on the collar: Victorian neoclassical revival popular in the 1870s.
Greek key pattern around the base: decorative detail popular in high Victorian metalwork.
Hand-cut starbursts across the glass body: late nineteenth-century decorative cutting.
Worn interior gilding: original parcel-gilt finish surviving under the lid.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

Physical Dimensions
Height
34.5cm (13.58")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1167386
Dealers Internal Reference
P51636
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A Gorgeous Antique Elkington Etched Glass & Silver-Plated Claret Jug showcasing a magnificent blend of neoclassical elegance and Victorian craftsmanship.
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The lid and collar depict figures in motion - dancers, horses, and musicians - reminiscent of Greco-Roman friezes, with subtle copper-toned highlights enhancing the depth and drama.
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fig 1. A tall Victorian silver-plated and etched glass claret jug featuring classical reliefs, a Greek key border, and star-cut engravings.
fig 1. Gorgeous Antique Victorian Elkington Etched Glass & Silver-plated Claret Jug – Circa 1870

Topped with a thistle-style finial and adorned with vine and scroll motifs, the handle’s sculptural quality matches the grandeur of the overall design.

The inside of the lid and pour spout are finished in a warm gilt tone, often used to protect the contents and enhance the luxurious feel and the lower rim is embellished with a Greek key pattern, grounding the piece in neoclassical aesthetic tradition. The base is marked for the renowned maker ‘Elkington’ – circa 1870.

fig 2. A tall Victorian silver-plated and etched glass claret jug featuring classical reliefs, a Greek key border, and star-cut engravings.
fig 2. Gorgeous Antique Victorian Elkington Etched Glass & Silver-plated Claret Jug – Circa 1870

Measurements:

Height: 13 1/2" (approx. 34.5cm)

Diameter of base: 4" (approx. 10cm)

Total weight: 1131g

In good condition – Minor age-appropriate wear to the silver plate; glass is clear with no cracks or chips. Hinged lid opens smoothly; ideal for serving wine, displaying floral arrangements, or curating in a cabinet of fine antique glass. The rim of the base has a slight dent – as shown in the photographs for accuracy.

Date of Manufacture

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this Victorian Silver Claret Jug to the 1870s.

Independent Date Report ID 09171702
Dealer's Item Date1870s
Sellingantiques dating1870s
Sellingantiques agingItem 140-165 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1870s:
ELKINGTON & CO stamped on the foot rim: Birmingham maker active throughout the Victorian era.
Classical figures on the collar: Victorian neoclassical revival popular in the 1870s.
Greek key pattern around the base: decorative detail popular in high Victorian metalwork.
Hand-cut starbursts across the glass body: late nineteenth-century decorative cutting.
Worn interior gilding: original parcel-gilt finish surviving under the lid.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
34.5cm (13.58")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1167386
Dealers Internal Ref
P51636
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A tall Victorian silver-plated and etched glass claret jug featuring classical reliefs, a Greek key border, and star-cut engravings.
Gorgeous Antique Victorian Elkington Etched Glass & Silver-Plated Claret Jug – circa 1870
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectClaret Jugs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialEtched Glass, Silver Plate
  • ColourSilver and Clear
  • MotifsGreek key border, star-etched pattern, relief mount, finial lid
  • SizeH 34.5 cm (14 in) x W 10 cm (4 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

This Victorian claret jug dates to circa 1870 and combines etched glass and silver plate in clear and silver tones. The tall vessel features a star-etched pattern across the transparent body, a Greek key border on the lower silver rim, and a hinged lid with a thistle-style finial. Copper-toned highlights bring out the figures in motion on the collar, while the sculptural handle displays vine and scroll motifs. Inside the lid and pour spout, a warm gilt finish complements the exterior decoration. The base is marked for the maker Elkington. Measuring 34.5 cm high, 10 cm wide, and 10 cm deep, this piece is well suited for service on a sideboard top or for display in a gentleman's library cabinet. It serves practical functions for serving wine or displaying floral arrangements in a dining room or living space, bringing period neoclassical character to interior displays.

FAQs

A Victorian claret jug is a specialized vessel created during the nineteenth century specifically for aerating and serving red wine, particularly claret from Bordeaux. These vessels feature a glass body with decorative metal mounts, including a handle, collar, spout, and hinged lid.

These jugs were primarily crafted from blown or cut glass paired with metal mounts made from sterling silver, electroplated nickel silver (EPNS), or silver plate. The glass was frequently decorated using etching, wheel-cutting, or engraving techniques.

Authentic pieces display makers marks or hallmarks stamped on the metal neck mount or rim, indicating the manufacturer or silver purity standard. Look for period-correct details such as hand-etched glass patterns, cast figurative mounts, and age-appropriate wear on the base.

An antique claret jug serves as an elegant accent when placed on a sideboard, drinks trolley, or dining table. Combining glass and silver elements allows it to complement both modern minimalist tableware and traditional dining room decor.

Clean the interior glass with warm water and mild detergent, avoiding harsh abrasives that could damage delicate etching. Gently buff the silver-plated mounts using a soft cloth and specialist silver polish to prevent tarnish and oxidisation.
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