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A Rare White Opaline Glass Decanter with Enamel Detail, Bohemia C.1780
Mark J West
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A Rare White Opaline Glass Decanter with Enamel Detail, Bohemia C.1780

18th century
For Sale by Mark J West
Description

A rare white opaline glass decanter with enamel detail, Bohemia c.1780

Enamel in very good condition

also see markwest-glass,com

Physical Dimensions
Height
26cm (10.24")
Declaration

Mark J West has dated this Bohemian Opaline Glass Decanter to the 1750s.

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SA1184359
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1150
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markwest-glass.com

Description
A rare white opaline glass decanter with enamel detail, Bohemia c.1780

Enamel in very good condition

also see markwest-glass,com

Height
26cm (10.24")
Date of Manufacture

Mark J West has dated this Bohemian Opaline Glass Decanter to the 1750s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1184359
Dealers Internal Ref
1150
Mark J West
Mark J West
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2016

Mark west is a specialist dealer in antique glass.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Mark J West Profile Page

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Mark J West is a registered member of BADA 

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An 18th-century Bohemian white opaline glass decanter featuring hand-painted red and yellow enamel floral sprigs and a matching bulbous glass stopper.
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Archive I An 18th-century Bohemian white opaline glass decanter featuring hand-painted red and yellow enamel floral sprigs and a matching bulbous glass stopper.

A Rare White Opaline Glass Decanter with Enamel Detail, Bohemia C.1780

Archive II An 18th-century Bohemian white opaline glass decanter featuring hand-painted red and yellow enamel floral sprigs and a matching bulbous glass stopper. View II
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Mark J West

Mark J West
Telephone 07956 117 693
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Surrey
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/markjwest
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Mark J West
Mark J West
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Location: Surrey, United Kingdom
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An 18th-century Bohemian white opaline glass decanter featuring hand-painted red and yellow enamel floral sprigs and a matching bulbous glass stopper.
A rare white opaline glass decanter with enamel detail, Bohemia c.1780
Ref: SA1184359
An 18th-century Bohemian white opaline glass decanter featuring hand-painted red and yellow enamel floral sprigs and a matching bulbous glass stopper.
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Bohemian opaline glass refers to opaque or translucent glass produced in Central Europe during the 18th century, crafted to simulate fine porcelain. These vessels were frequently decorated with hand-painted enamel motifs, reflective of contemporary Neoclassical and Rococo tastes.

Decanters of this period were hand-blown using glass recipes containing bone ash or tin oxide to achieve an opaque white finish. Surface decorations were applied using metallic oxide enamels and fired in a kiln to permanently fuse the artwork to the glass body.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit hand-blown characteristics, such as a ground pontil mark on the base and slight structural asymmetry. The enamel work shows light wear consistent with age, and the glass body often displays subtle internal variations or small air bubbles.

A decorative glass vessel can be displayed on a dining room sideboard, drinks trolley, or bookshelf to add historical interest. Its delicate hand-painted motifs complement both traditional settings and minimalist modern interiors as a standalone focal piece.

Clean the surface gently using lukewarm water and a mild detergent, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners or abrasive sponges. Do not submerge the item completely or clean it in a dishwasher, as high heat and friction can degrade or strip delicate surface enamel.
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