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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: 16.5cm Rim diameter: 6.7cm Foot diameter: 7cm.
Technical Description
A Georgian air twist wine glass. The drawn two-piece glass with a bell bowl which transitions into a multi-spiral air twist stem. The piece is supported by a conical foot with a rough pontil. A fine example.
Historical Relevance
Hand-made around the time the University of Glasgow school of medicine was founded in 1751.
Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.
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18th Century Multi Spiral Two Piece Air Twist Wine Glass C1750
