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Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
France, c1750. Period of Louis XV.
Condition
Very good, age-related wear and some grazing to the spout and moulded shell as shown.
Dimensions
Height: 15.6cm Diameter: 9.3cm.
Weight
179 grams
Technical Description
A façon de Venise holy water ewer.
A fine spout is present on the front of the piece. The foot is finished with a rough pontil and is made from the same gather of glass as the body.
Historical Relevance
Handcrafted around the time the Musée du Luxembourg was established in 1750.
Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
Specialists in 18th & 19th century antique glass
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