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Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
France, c1890. French Third Republic.
Condition
Age-related wear and some light scratching as shown.
Dimensions
Height: 29cm Diameter: 15cm.
Weight
1301 grams
Technical Description
A large 19th century French cider or wine carafe. The piece is very simple, made for purpose. A tapering neck features an applied neck ring. This leads to a large body with a plain pontil.
Historical Relevance
The piece is thought to be around 25,000 years old and is one of the earliest known realistic representations of a human face.
References
Page 368 of 'The Decater Ancient to Modern by Andy McConnell.
Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
Specialists in 18th & 19th century antique glass
You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Exhibit Antiques Profile Page
Large 19th Century French Cider or Wine Carafe C1890
