Technical Description A magnificent 18th-century wine glass goblet dating to circa 1750. It features a large tulip or waisted bell-shaped bowl, finely engraved with fruiting vine around the rim. It stands on a thick plain stem above a large conical foot.Historical ContextPlain stem glass goblets in the 18th century were versatile, practical drinking vessels used for wine, ale, and other everyday drinks. Their larger bowls made them suitable for more generous servings, unlike smaller, more specialised wine glasses.With their simple stems, they were easier to produce and more durable, making them ideal for regular domestic use and taverns. They reflect the more functional side of 18th-century glassware, where practicality was valued alongside craftsmanship.It is difficult to overstate the rarity of this particular glass. Tulip bowls are uncommon on any 18th-century form, and especially so on goblets. We have recorded only a single facet-cut example and a single opaque...