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Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
England, c1870. Period of Victoria.
Condition
Excellent, no chips cracks or restoration, clean and clear.
Dimensions
Height: 32cm Diameter: 12.5cm.
Technical Description
A truly magnificent 19th century engraved glass claret jug.
Very naturalistic, it has a rope twist applied handle with a pulled poring rim and very detailed flowers, leaves and ferns engraved down the neck and bowl. Star cut circular foot.
You can find other examples of this style and workmanship on page 375 of 'The Decanter An Illustrated History of Glass from 1650 by Andy McConnell....and if you don't have his decanter book(s) then you need to buy a copy....its fantastic.
Historical Relevance
Hand-blown around the time of Golf's 1st recorded hole-in-one, by Tom Morris at Prestwick's 8th hole.
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
Antique 19th Century Engraved Glass Claret Jug C1870 by Thomas Webb
