Exhibit Antiques has dated this Victorian Amber Glass Decanter to the Victorian era.
It has its original hollow stopper with white pulled feather decoration, the decoration continuing down the neck to a large cushion knop. The main body has very precise machine threading. Clear circular foot.
The 'Nailsea type' decoration was used by several of the Stourbridge manufactures with both Webb and Stevens and Williams producing some fine threaded decoration on their table ware. On balance we would say it’s probably Stevens and Williams.
Comments
We can’t emphasize enough just how rare this decanter is. We have never seen another in over 20 years and you won’t find one online. The colour is exceptionally rare, as is the threaded decoration in combination with the white feather pulled decoration. We had a cranberry example in the same form back in 2022 but no threading and a simpler feathered design.
Date & Origin
England, c1870. Period of Victoria.
Condition
Excellent condition. No chips, cracks, or restoration. Clean and clear internally. The threading is all intact (which is a miracle).
Dimensions
Height: 34 cm (including stopper)
Diameter: 13cm
Exhibit Antiques has dated this Victorian Amber Glass Decanter to the Victorian era.
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Exceptionally Rare Antique 19th Century Nailsea Type Stevens & Williams Glass Decanter C1870
