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Antique 19th Century Engraved Amber Glass Serving Bottle C1860
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Antique 19th Century Engraved Amber Glass Serving Bottle C1860

18th century
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Description

An excellent 19th-century engraved amber glass serving bottle, dating to circa 1860.

It retains its period cork and metal stopper and is beautifully engraved with fruiting vine decoration, with a neck ring below the lip. The base has a large polished pontil.

A very fine English example, with amber being rare.

Historical Context

English serving bottles were used to decant wine from cellar bottles and present it more elegantly at the table. This helped remove sediment—particularly in wines such as port and claret—while also improving presentation during formal dining.

Wine would be decanted at the sideboard and then served from the bottle at the table. Their long necks allowed for controlled pouring, and their decorative engraving reflected the growing importance of style and refinement in Victorian dining.

In essence, they functioned as both practical serving vessels and decorative tableware.

Date & Origin

England, c1860. Period of Victoria.

Condition

Excellent. No chips, cracks or restoration. Clean and clear.

Dimensions

Height: 35cm (not including stopper)

Diameter: 8cm

Date of Manufacture

Exhibit Antiques has dated this Victorian Amber Glass Bottle to the Georgian era.

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SA1244602
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2026011530
Description
Description

An excellent 19th-century engraved amber glass serving bottle, dating to circa 1860.

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It retains its period cork and metal stopper and is beautifully engraved with fruiting vine decoration, with a neck ring below the lip.
Exhibit Antiques

The base has a large polished pontil.

fig 1. A tall nineteenth-century amber glass serving bottle featuring wheel-engraved grapevine motifs around the body and a cork stopper topped with a metal ring.
fig 1. Antique 19th Century Engraved Amber Glass Serving Bottle C1860

A very fine English example, with amber being rare.

Historical Context

English serving bottles were used to decant wine from cellar bottles and present it more elegantly at the table. This helped remove sediment—particularly in wines such as port and claret—while also improving presentation during formal dining.

fig 2. A tall nineteenth-century amber glass serving bottle featuring wheel-engraved grapevine motifs around the body and a cork stopper topped with a metal ring.
fig 2. Antique 19th Century Engraved Amber Glass Serving Bottle C1860

Wine would be decanted at the sideboard and then served from the bottle at the table. Their long necks allowed for controlled pouring, and their decorative engraving reflected the growing importance of style and refinement in Victorian dining.

fig 3. A tall nineteenth-century amber glass serving bottle featuring wheel-engraved grapevine motifs around the body and a cork stopper topped with a metal ring.
fig 3. Antique 19th Century Engraved Amber Glass Serving Bottle C1860

In essence, they functioned as both practical serving vessels and decorative tableware.

Date & Origin

England, c1860. Period of Victoria.

Condition

Excellent. No chips, cracks or restoration. Clean and clear.

Dimensions

Height: 35cm (not including stopper)

Diameter: 8cm

Date of Manufacture

Exhibit Antiques has dated this Victorian Amber Glass Bottle to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1244602
Dealers Internal Ref
2026011530
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Archive I A tall nineteenth-century amber glass serving bottle featuring wheel-engraved grapevine motifs around the body and a cork stopper topped with a metal ring.

Antique 19th Century Engraved Amber Glass Serving Bottle C1860

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A tall nineteenth-century amber glass serving bottle featuring wheel-engraved grapevine motifs around the body and a cork stopper topped with a metal ring.
Antique 19th Century Engraved Amber Glass Serving Bottle c1860
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A tall nineteenth-century amber glass serving bottle featuring wheel-engraved grapevine motifs around the body and a cork stopper topped with a metal ring.
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  • ObjectDecanters & Bottles
  • Period18th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialAmber Glass, Cork, Metal
  • ColourAmber
  • MotifsGrapevine engraving, Tapered neck, Ring stopper

This nineteenth-century serving bottle originates from England and dates to circa 1860 during the Victorian period. Fabricated from amber glass, it has a tapered neck, a neck ring below the lip, and a large polished pontil at the base. The body is wheel-engraved with fruiting grapevine motifs, and the piece retains its period cork stopper topped with a metal ring. It measures 35 cm in height excluding the stopper, with a diameter of 8 cm. Historically used to decant and serve wine while removing sediment, today it serves as a decorative tableware item and functions as a display piece on a sideboard top. In addition to the amber colour of the glass, the object includes a grey metal ring stopper and a textured cork material. English serving bottles of this style were traditionally employed during formal dining to present wines like port and claret with elegance. The long neck allows for controlled pouring, while the detailed engraving demonstrates the craftsmanship typical of mid-nineteenth-century tablewares. This example remains in clean condition with no chips, cracks or restoration.

FAQs

Coloured glassware, particularly in warm amber and honey tones, gained immense popularity during the mid-nineteenth century. European glassworks developed specialized copper-wheel engraving techniques to etch detailed botanical and sporting scenes directly onto vessel surfaces for formal dining presentation.

These bottles were hand-blown using lead or soda glass infused with metallic oxides to create the amber hue. Decorative patterns were carved into the surface using rotating copper wheels, and stoppers were fitted with cork and metal components.

Authentic pieces from around 1860 display distinctive hand-carved wheel engraving rather than uniform modern acid etching. They often feature ground pontil marks on the base, minor variations in glass thickness, and natural micro-abrasions from historical usage on the underside.

Display the bottle on a polished wooden sideboard, bar cart, or window sill where natural light highlights the warm amber tone and detailed engravings. Grouping it alongside complementary clear cut glass or brass accessories creates visual interest.

Wash the glass gently by hand using lukewarm water and a mild liquid detergent, avoiding abrasive sponges or dishwashers. Dry thoroughly with a soft microfibre cloth to prevent water spots and preserve the cork stopper mechanism.
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