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Georgian Ovoid Bowl Plain Stem Firing Glass
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Georgian Ovoid Bowl Plain Stem Firing Glass

18th century
Sold 6 February 2026 · The World is Made of Glass Ltd.
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Description

This is a Georgian, English, plain stem firing glass 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 an ovoid-shaped bowl measuring 5 cm (2 inches) in diameter at the rim. The bowl is plain and sits on a thick, extruded plain stem that leads to a thick firing foot which measures 6.6 cm (2.6 inches) in diameter. The glass is 9 cm (3.6 inches) in height. There are no chips, cracks, significant scratches or any obvious evidence of restoration.

Lead glass weighing in at 150 g. (~ 5 oz.).

Physical Dimensions
Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
6.6cm (2.60")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1189826
Dealers Internal Reference
8609
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Description
This is a Georgian, English, plain stem firing glass 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 an ovoid-shaped bowl measuring 5 cm (2 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 firing foot which measures 6.
The World is Made of Glass Ltd.

6 cm (2.6 inches) in diameter. The glass is 9 cm (3.6 inches) in height. There are no chips, cracks, significant scratches or any obvious evidence of restoration.

Lead glass weighing in at 150 g. (~ 5 oz.).

Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
6.6cm (2.60")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1189826
Dealers Internal Ref
8609
The World is Made of Glass Ltd.
The World is Made of Glass Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2023

Dealing in antique and collectable glass from the 17th to the 21st century.

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A clear glass firing glass with a thick conical bowl, plain stem, and heavy folded foot set against a neutral background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A clear glass firing glass with a thick conical bowl, plain stem, and heavy folded foot set against a neutral background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Georgian Ovoid Bowl Plain Stem Firing Glass

Archive II A clear glass firing glass with a thick conical bowl, plain stem, and heavy folded foot set against a neutral background. View II
Archive III A clear glass firing glass with a thick conical bowl, plain stem, and heavy folded foot set against a neutral background. View III
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The World is Made of Glass Ltd.

The World is Made of Glass Ltd.
Telephone 07986 518362
Location
3 Kent Hollow
Kent Road
Congresbury
Somerset
BS49 5BE
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/theworldismadeofglassltd
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The World is Made of Glass Ltd.
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A clear glass firing glass with a thick conical bowl, plain stem, and heavy folded foot set against a neutral background.
Georgian ovoid bowl plain stem firing glass
Ref: SA1189826
A clear glass firing glass with a thick conical bowl, plain stem, and heavy folded foot set against a neutral background.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDrinking Glasses
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialLead Glass
  • ColourClear
  • MotifsOvoid bowl, Plain stem, Folded foot, Thick base
  • SizeH 9 cm (4 in) x W 5 cm (2 in) x D 6.6 cm (3 in)

FAQs

A firing glass is a small, heavy-based drinking vessel popular in the 18th and early 19th centuries, traditionally used for toasts at social clubs and Masonic lodges, where glasses were banged on the table rather than set down.

These glasses are typically crafted from lead glass, known for its high refractive index and weight, featuring a thick, heavy foot designed to withstand being slammed onto wooden tables.

Authentic pieces often exhibit characteristic pontil marks on the underside of the folded foot, inclusions or bubbles within the lead metal, and signs of age-related wear such as fine scratches.

Displaying historic glassware within a glazed cabinet or on open shelving introduces subtle historical texture and transparency, contrasting well with modern minimalist furniture.

Antique glass should be washed by hand in warm water using mild detergent and dried immediately with a lint-free cloth, avoiding extreme temperature fluctuations to prevent thermal shock.
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