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Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.
England, c1760. Period of George III.
Condition
Excellent no chips cracks or restoration
Dimensions
Height: 14cm Rim diameter: 5.4cm Foot diameter: 6.5cm.
Technical Description
A double series 18th century wine glass.
A conical foot with a rough pontil.
Comments
In a historical context, this glass was made around the time that the English parliament enacted the Stamp Act on the American colonies, March 22nd 1765, imposing a tax on many types of printed materials used in the colonies. Seen as a violation of rights, the Act sparks violent demonstrations in several Colonies.
A fine example.
Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.
Specialists in 18th & 19th century antique glass
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Georgian Double Series Opaque Twist Wine Glass C1760
