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Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.
England, c1750. Period of George II.
Condition
Excellent, age-related wear as shown, no chips cracks or restoration
Dimensions
Height: 15.2cm Rim diameter: 5.6cm Foot diameter: 7.4cm.
Technical Description
An 18th century drawn trumpet wine glass with a large elongated air tear at the base of the bowl. Sits on a conical foot with snapped pontil. Very nice balance and proportions.
Historical Relevance
Hand-blown around the time Benjamin Franklin invented his Franklin stove.
Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.
Specialists in 18th & 19th century antique glass
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18th Century Drawn Trumpet Wine Glass with Air Tear C1750
