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Large 19thc Etched Pub Window
For sale by Noah Valentine Antiques Ltd
for sale €556     $603
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Noah Valentine Antiques Ltd

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Large 19thc Etched Pub Window

19th century
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A nice example of a 19thc English pub/Tavern glass Sign , that would’ve originally been in one of the sash windows of a London Tavern , in excellent condition with no nasty damage or brakes, could easily be reinstated into a window or door or framed an wall mounted for display .

English : 19thc

Approx measurements:

Height : 117cm

Width : 97cm

UK shipping £100 please message for international shipping quotes

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Noah Valentine Antiques Ltd has dated this Etched Glass Pub Window to the Victorian era.

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Description
A nice example of a 19thc English pub/Tavern glass Sign , that would’ve originally been in one of the sash windows of a London Tavern , in excellent condition with no nasty damage or brakes, could easily be reinstated into a window or door or framed an wall mounted for display .

English : 19thc

Approx measurements:

Height : 117cm

Width : 97cm

UK shipping £100 please message for international shipping quotes

Date of Manufacture

Noah Valentine Antiques Ltd has dated this Etched Glass Pub Window to the Victorian era.

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Noah Valentine Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2025
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A rectangular clear glass panel with acid-etched decorative detailing and central text reading PUBLIC BAR set within a slim metal frame.
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Archive I A rectangular clear glass panel with acid-etched decorative detailing and central text reading PUBLIC BAR set within a slim metal frame.

Large 19thc Etched Pub Window

Archive II A rectangular clear glass panel with acid-etched decorative detailing and central text reading PUBLIC BAR set within a slim metal frame. View II
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Noah Valentine Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07719 082630
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Keyhaven
Lymington
Hampshire
United Kingdom

Viewings by appointment only.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/noahvalant
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Noah Valentine Antiques Ltd
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A rectangular clear glass panel with acid-etched decorative detailing and central text reading PUBLIC BAR set within a slim metal frame.
Large 19thc etched pub window
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A rectangular clear glass panel with acid-etched decorative detailing and central text reading PUBLIC BAR set within a slim metal frame.
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  • ObjectArchitectural Salvage
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialEtched Glass, Metal
  • ColourClear
  • MotifsAcid-etched lettering, Greek key border, Floral cartouche, Geometric corner motifs

This Victorian architectural salvage piece is a large rectangular etched glass sign originating from a 19th-century English tavern sash window. Set within a slim metal frame, the clear glass panel features a silver-grey acid-etched decorative scheme incorporating central lettering reading "PUBLIC BAR" enclosed within a circular floral cartouche. Additional details include geometric corner motifs and Greek key borders along the sides, presenting a clear and neutral colour palette across the glazed surface. The sign measures 117 cm in height by 97 cm in width. Suitable for domestic display today, the panel can be wall-mounted as a decorative feature or reinstated into an interior door or window in a living space, hallway, or bar area. The glass remains in excellent condition with no noted damage or breaks, preserving its original signage details for interior integration.

FAQs

Victorian etched pub glass refers to decorative glass panels produced primarily in the 19th century for public houses and commercial premises. They were designed to provide privacy for patrons inside specific rooms, such as the public bar or saloon, while still allowing natural light to filter through.

These panels were typically created using an acid-etching process where hydrofluoric acid was applied to sheet glass coated in an acid-resistant wax mask. The acid corroded the exposed glass areas, resulting in a frosted, matte appearance that contrasted against the surrounding clear glass.

Authentic pieces feature slight irregularities in the glass surface, such as minor air bubbles or seeds, and subtle shading variations in the acid etching. Period typography, traditional geometric or floral borders, and authentic surface wear around the frame edges also indicate age.

Etched glass panels can be repurposed as internal transom windows, framed wall art, backlit decorative screens, or integrated into modern home bar installations and pantry doors to introduce historical texture.

Clean etched glass gently using a soft microfibre cloth and dilute pH-neutral soap or mild glass cleaner. Avoid abrasive pads or harsh chemical solvents, which can damage original lead or zinc framing materials and degrade fragile etched detail over time.
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