Description An exceptional 18th-century red colour twist ale glass, dating to circa 1765. It features a long waisted round funnel bowl, beautifully engraved with hop and barley in saltire. The glass stands on a colour twist stem, comprising a fine pair of spiral gauzes surrounding a translucent red ribbon, raised on a conical foot.Historical ContextAnother exceptionally rare glass. Colour twists are among the most sought-after forms by collectors and, while they account for only a small percentage of surviving 18th century wine glasses and can still be found within the marketplace, a colour twist ale glass is an entirely different proposition. In comparative terms, very few examples survive. This particular glass is further distinguished by its engraving and rare waisted bell bowl form, elevating it into the exceptional category.If you wish to see more from the Dr Rigby Collection, comprising over 100 fine 18th-century wine glasses—please use the link below.The Dr R...