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Set 4 Engraved Finger Bowls
Millers Antiques
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Set 4 Engraved Finger Bowls

19th century
For Sale by Millers Antiques
Description

A very good quality set of four fine glass finger bowls, beautifully engraved with the initial M, finely decorated engraving circled above, the top diameter is 13cm. All in excellent condition.

Currently free UK delivery.

Physical Dimensions
Height
7.5cm (2.95")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Declaration

Millers Antiques has dated these Engraved Glass Finger Bowls to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1171812
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Millers Antiques 1-5 Church Street, Wooler. Northumberland NE716BZ.

Telephone 01668282308 or 07714332441

All measurements taken at the widest point.

Shop open 10-4.30 weekdays

Description
A very good quality set of four fine glass finger bowls, beautifully engraved with the initial M, finely decorated engraving circled above, the top diameter is 13cm. All in excellent condition.

Currently free UK delivery.

Height
7.5cm (2.95")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Date of Manufacture

Millers Antiques has dated these Engraved Glass Finger Bowls to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1171812
Millers Antiques
Millers Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Antiques since 1947.

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A set of four clear glass finger bowls featuring an etched laurel wreath band around the rim and a monogram on the front.
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Archive I A set of four clear glass finger bowls featuring an etched laurel wreath band around the rim and a monogram on the front.

Set 4 Engraved Finger Bowls

Archive II A set of four clear glass finger bowls featuring an etched laurel wreath band around the rim and a monogram on the front. View II
Archive III A set of four clear glass finger bowls featuring an etched laurel wreath band around the rim and a monogram on the front. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for A set of four clear glass finger bowls featuring an etched laurel wreath band around the rim and a monogram on the front.
Archive V A set of four clear glass finger bowls featuring an etched laurel wreath band around the rim and a monogram on the front. View V
Archive VI A set of four clear glass finger bowls featuring an etched laurel wreath band around the rim and a monogram on the front. View VI
Archive VII A set of four clear glass finger bowls featuring an etched laurel wreath band around the rim and a monogram on the front. View VII
Archive VIII A set of four clear glass finger bowls featuring an etched laurel wreath band around the rim and a monogram on the front. View VIII
Archive IX A set of four clear glass finger bowls featuring an etched laurel wreath band around the rim and a monogram on the front. View IX
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Millers Antiques

Millers Antiques
Telephone 01668 282 308 or 07714 332 441
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1-5 Church Street
Wooler
Northumberland
NE71 6BZ
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Sep 2012
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Millers Antiques
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A set of four clear glass finger bowls featuring an etched laurel wreath band around the rim and a monogram on the front.
Set 4 Engraved Finger Bowls
Ref: SA1171812
A set of four clear glass finger bowls featuring an etched laurel wreath band around the rim and a monogram on the front.
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FAQs

Finger bowls were introduced to formal dining services to allow guests to rinse their fingertips between courses, particularly after fruit or seafood. Filled with warm water and sometimes scented with citrus or floral essences, they were placed on a dessert plate with a doily before the final course.

Finger bowls were primarily crafted from lead crystal or soda-lime glass, often featuring hand-engraved, wheel-cut, or acid-etched motifs. Silver, silver plate, and fine porcelain versions were also produced by prominent European manufacturers during the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Authentic period examples often display slight hand-blown variations in glass thickness, polished pontil marks on the underside of the base, and fine hand-wheel engraving rather than modern uniform laser etching. Wear consistent with age is typically present around the rim and the resting base.

In contemporary settings, these bowls function as refined containers for individual dessert servings, small floral displays, or salt cellars. They are also styled on dressers or bathroom counters to hold small items of jewellery.

Hand washing in warm water with a mild liquid detergent is recommended to prevent clouding or thermal shock. Automatic dishwashers should be avoided, as harsh chemicals and high heat can dull the surface and damage delicate glass engravings.
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