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Georgian James Giles Gilded Double Series Opaque Twist Ale Glass
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Georgian James Giles Gilded Double Series Opaque Twist Ale Glass

18th century
Sold 22 February 2026 · The World is Made of Glass Ltd.
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Description

This is a rare Georgian, double series opaque twist ale glass gilded in the atelier of James Giles and dating from the middle of the 18th century, c1765.

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 extended rounded funnel-shaped bowl measuring 6.5 cm (2.6 inches) in diameter at the gilded rim. The bowl is beautifully gilded with hop flowers and barley ears and sits on a double series opaque twist stem consisting of thirteen white enamel "cotton" strands wound around a central twist of two white enamel cords. The stem ends in a conical foot which measures 8.1 cm (3.2 inches) in diameter. The glass is 20.7 cm (8.2 inches) in height. There is a small white inclusion (probably clinker) in the metal of the bowl and a minute one in the metal of the foot, both dating from manufacture. There are no chips, cracks, significant scratches or any obvious evidence of restoration.

Lead glass weighing in at 220 g. (~ 8 oz.).

Physical Dimensions
Height
20.7cm (8.15")
Width
8.1cm (3.19")
Depth
6.4cm (2.52")
Declaration

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

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SA1196234
Dealers Internal Reference
8899
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Description
This is a rare Georgian, double series opaque twist ale glass gilded in the atelier of James Giles and dating from the middle of the 18th century, c1765.

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 extended rounded funnel-shaped bowl measuring 6.5 cm (2.6 inches) in diameter at the gilded rim. The bowl is beautifully gilded with hop flowers and barley ears and sits on a double series opaque twist stem consisting of thirteen white enamel "cotton" strands wound around a central twist of two white enamel cords. The stem ends in a conical foot which measures 8.1 cm (3.2 inches) in diameter. The glass is 20.7 cm (8.2 inches) in height.

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There is a small white inclusion (probably clinker) in the metal of the bowl and a minute one in the metal of the foot, both dating from manufacture.
The World is Made of Glass Ltd.

There are no chips, cracks, significant scratches or any obvious evidence of restoration.

Lead glass weighing in at 220 g. (~ 8 oz.).

Height
20.7cm (8.15")
Width
8.1cm (3.19")
Depth
6.4cm (2.52")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1196234
Dealers Internal Ref
8899
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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Archive I An antique Georgian opaque twist ale glass featuring gilded enamel decoration on the bowl and a spiral white twist stem. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Georgian James Giles Gilded Double Series Opaque Twist Ale Glass

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Kent Road
Congresbury
Somerset
BS49 5BE
United Kingdom

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An antique Georgian opaque twist ale glass featuring gilded enamel decoration on the bowl and a spiral white twist stem.
Georgian James Giles gilded double series opaque twist ale glass
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An antique Georgian opaque twist ale glass featuring gilded enamel decoration on the bowl and a spiral white twist stem.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDrinking Glasses
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialLead Glass, Enamel, Gold
  • ColourClear, White, Gold
  • MotifsOpaque twist stem, Gilded enamel decoration, Conical foot, Drawn trumpet bowl
  • SizeH 20.7 cm (8 in) x W 8.1 cm (3 in) x D 6.4 cm (3 in)

FAQs

Eighteenth-century English drinking glasses are characterised by lead glass composition, often featuring distinctive stem formations such as air twists, opaque twists, and facet cutting, reflecting the sophisticated craftsmanship of the Georgian period.

These glasses were hand-blown using lead metal, with opaque white or coloured enamel glass rods encased within the stem to create intricate spiral patterns known as opaque twists.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit pontil marks on the base, minor surface wear consistent with age, the characteristic heft of high-lead content metal, and period-specific manufacturing flaws such as tiny air bubbles within the glass.

Antique stemware can be displayed within glass-fronted cabinets, on open shelving with adequate lighting, or used selectively as focal points on sideboards to add historic character and texture to contemporary spaces.

Antique glass should be washed strictly by hand in lukewarm water using mild detergent, avoiding harsh scrubbing, sudden temperature changes, and dishwashers to protect the delicate surface and any gilding.
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