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Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
England, c1860 period of Victoria
Condition
Excellent, age-related wear as shown. No chips cracks or restoration
Dimensions
Height: 8.5cm Diameter: 13.4cm.
Technical Description
An exceptional pair of glass wine rinsers dating to 1860. Bucket bowls with two pulled sections to rest the handles of wine glasses. Slice cutting around the neck with pillar moulding below. Star cut base. Used for rinsing wine glasses at the dining table between wines. These are high-quality examples.
Historical Relevance
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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
Pair 19th Century Glass Wine Rinsers C1860
