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Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.
England, c1740. Period of George II.
Condition
Excellent, age-related wear as shown.
Dimensions
Height: 23.2cm Rim diameter: 7.8cm, Foot diameter: 8cm.
Weight
306 grams
Technical Description
18th century air twist ale glass. An elongated flared round funnel bowl rests upon a multi spiral air twist stem. The piece rests upon a conical foot with a rough pontil.
Historical Relevance
Hand-blown around the time of the 1745 Jacobite Rebellion, lead by Charles Edward Stuart.
Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.
Specialists in 18th & 19th century antique glass
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