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Attractive Large Antique French Demijohn Carboy Bottle in Original Iron Basket
Abacus Antiques
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Attractive Large Antique French Demijohn Carboy Bottle in Original Iron Basket

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Abacus Antiques
Description

We date this carboy to the early 20th century

A lovely glass wine bottle cushioned with straw in its original iron basket.

The overall height is 27" (68cm).

The basket diameter is 21" (54cm) and is 22.5" (57cm) high.

This lovely carboy remains in very good solid condition with only very minor surface markings commensurate with age and usage. The iron basket has a bit of rust and is showing a bit of wear, this is primarily to the base.

This remains a very stylish and elegant carboy. It will continue to provide good service for many years to come.

Delivery Costs

Collection in Person - Free

Glasgow, Edinburgh & Local area - £30

England & Wales - £45

Northern Ireland - £75

Physical Dimensions
Height
68cm (26.77")
Width
54cm (21.26")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Declaration

Abacus Antiques has dated this Antique French Glass Demijohn to the 1920s.

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SA835504
Description
We date this carboy to the early 20th century

A lovely glass wine bottle cushioned with straw in its original iron basket.

The overall height is 27" (68cm).

The basket diameter is 21" (54cm) and is 22.5" (57cm) high.

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This lovely carboy remains in very good solid condition with only very minor surface markings commensurate with age and usage.
Abacus Antiques

The iron basket has a bit of rust and is showing a bit of wear, this is primarily to the base.

fig 1. A large green glass demijohn bottle resting inside a natural straw-lined iron basket frame.
fig 1. Attractive Large Antique French Demijohn Carboy Bottle in Original Iron Basket

This remains a very stylish and elegant carboy. It will continue to provide good service for many years to come.

Delivery Costs

Collection in Person - Free

Glasgow, Edinburgh & Local area - £30

England & Wales - £45

Northern Ireland - £75

Height
68cm (26.77")
Width
54cm (21.26")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Date of Manufacture

Abacus Antiques has dated this Antique French Glass Demijohn to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA835504
Abacus Antiques
Abacus Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

Abacus antiques is based in forfarshire in the heart of angus, scotland.

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Archive I A large green glass demijohn bottle resting inside a natural straw-lined iron basket frame.

Attractive Large Antique French Demijohn Carboy Bottle In Original Iron Basket

Archive II A large green glass demijohn bottle resting inside a natural straw-lined iron basket frame. View II
Archive III A large green glass demijohn bottle resting inside a natural straw-lined iron basket frame. View III
Archive IV A large green glass demijohn bottle resting inside a natural straw-lined iron basket frame. View IV
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Archive VI A large green glass demijohn bottle resting inside a natural straw-lined iron basket frame. View VI
Archive VII A large green glass demijohn bottle resting inside a natural straw-lined iron basket frame. View VII
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Telephone 07711 758332
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Units 1 & 2
Roberts Street
Forfar
Angus
DD8 3DG
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Jan 2010
Items For Sale 35
Items Sold 14
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A large green glass demijohn bottle resting inside a natural straw-lined iron basket frame.
Attractive Large Antique French Demijohn Carboy Bottle In Original Iron Basket
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A large green glass demijohn bottle resting inside a natural straw-lined iron basket frame.
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FAQs

A demijohn, also known in France as a bonbonne or carboy, is a large glass vessel characterized by a round body and narrow neck, traditionally used for storing and fermenting liquids such as wine, cider, and oils.

Because hand-blown glass was fragile and heavy when filled, demijohns were encased in protective outer shells made of woven wicker, straw, or wrought iron baskets to cushion against impacts.

Authentic pieces often display irregularities in the glass, such as air bubbles, pontil marks on the base, variations in glass thickness, and natural patination or surface oxidisation on the metal casing.

Large demijohns are frequently styled as floor-standing accents in empty corners, inside non-working fireplaces, or paired with tall dried foliage to bring organic texture and architectural scale to modern rooms.

The glass exterior should be wiped gently with a soft microfiber cloth, while the iron frame and original straw should be kept dry and vacuumed lightly with a brush attachment to remove dust without disturbing organic materials.
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