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Georgian Plain Stem Firing Glass with an Undersewn Foot
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Georgian Plain Stem Firing Glass with an Undersewn Foot

18th century
Sold 12 October 2025 · The World is Made of Glass Ltd.
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Description

This is a Georgian, English, plain stem firing glass with an undersewn foot dating from the middle of the 18th century, c1760.

The glass is in excellent condition for its age. It shows age related wear and tear to the rim of the foot commensurate with some 250 years of use. It has a rough pontil mark on the underside of the foot.

The glass has a small ovoid-shaped bowl measuring 4.8 cm (1.9 inches) in diameter at the rim. The bowl is plain and sits on a thick, extruded plain stem that leads to a thick, moulded, undersewn firing foot which measures 6.4 cm (2.5 inches) in diameter. The glass is 9.2 cm (3.7 inches) in height. There are no chips, cracks, significant scratches or any obvious evidence of restoration. There is a collector's sticker to the top of the foot and another to the bottom of the foot.

Lead glass weighing in at 130 g. (~ 4 1/2 oz.).

Physical Dimensions
Height
9.2cm (3.62")
Width
4.8cm (1.89")
Depth
6.4cm (2.52")
Declaration

The World is Made of Glass Ltd. has dated this Georgian Firing Glass to the 18th Century.

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SA1170516
Dealers Internal Reference
8629
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Description
This is a Georgian, English, plain stem firing glass with an undersewn foot dating from the middle of the 18th century, c1760.

The glass is in excellent condition for its age. It shows age related wear and tear to the rim of the foot commensurate with some 250 years of use. It has a rough pontil mark on the underside of the foot.

The glass has a small ovoid-shaped bowl measuring 4.8 cm (1.9 inches) in diameter at the rim.

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The bowl is plain and sits on a thick, extruded plain stem that leads to a thick, moulded, undersewn firing foot which measures 6.
The World is Made of Glass Ltd.

4 cm (2.5 inches) in diameter. The glass is 9.2 cm (3.7 inches) in height. There are no chips, cracks, significant scratches or any obvious evidence of restoration. There is a collector's sticker to the top of the foot and another to the bottom of the foot.

Lead glass weighing in at 130 g. (~ 4 1/2 oz.).

Height
9.2cm (3.62")
Width
4.8cm (1.89")
Depth
6.4cm (2.52")
Date of Manufacture

The World is Made of Glass Ltd. has dated this Georgian Firing Glass to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1170516
Dealers Internal Ref
8629
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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The World is Made of Glass Ltd.
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 with a plain stem and a thick, folded foot sits on a reflective surface against a plain background.
Georgian plain stem firing glass with an undersewn foot
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A clear glass with a plain stem and a thick, folded foot sits on a reflective surface against a plain background.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectGlassware
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • Material[Lead glass, Crystal]
  • ColourClear
  • MotifsPlain stem, Thick folded foot, Round bowl
  • SizeH 9.2 cm (4 in) x W 4.8 cm (2 in) x D 6.4 cm (3 in)

FAQs

A firing glass is a sturdy drinking vessel from the 18th century featuring a thick, heavy base designed to make a loud ringing sound when slammed onto a wooden table, mimicking the sound of gunfire at toasts.

These glasses are traditionally made from lead glass, often referred to as flint glass, which provided extra weight, clarity, and durability to withstand being slammed onto tables during toasts.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit pontil marks on the base, characteristics of lead metal weight, hand-blown imperfections such as tiny air bubbles, and a characteristically thick, folded or ribbed foot.

Historic glassware can be displayed inside glass-fronted cabinets, used as accent vessels on a bar cart, or styled simply on open shelving to add historical texture and reflective quality to a room.

Antique glass should always be washed by hand in warm water using a mild, non-abrasive detergent, and dried immediately with a lint-free linen cloth to prevent water spots and damage.
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