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Georgian Bristol Blue Glass Mell Decanter C1830
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Georgian Bristol Blue Glass Mell Decanter C1830

19th century
Sold 17 November 2021 · Exhibit Antiques
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Description

Date & Origin

England, c1830. Period of William IV.

Condition

Excellent, age-related wear as shown. No chips cracks or restoration, clean and clear.

Dimensions

Height: 21cm Diameter: 17.5cm.

Technical Description

A very fine 19th century Bristol blue glass decanter. Mell form with a tapering neck and flared rim. The piece features a polished pontil. It has its original cork and white metal stopper.

Historical Relevance

Hand-blown around the time McVitie's was founded as McVitie & Price's biscuit bakery in Edinburgh.

Physical Dimensions
Height
21cm (8.27")
Width
17.5cm (6.89")
Depth
17.5cm (6.89")
Declaration

Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA838498
Dealers Internal Reference
2021091201
Description
Date & Origin

England, c1830. Period of William IV.

Condition

Excellent, age-related wear as shown. No chips cracks or restoration, clean and clear.

Dimensions

Height: 21cm Diameter: 17.5cm.

Technical Description

fig 1. Georgian Bristol Blue Glass Mell Decanter c1830
fig 1. Georgian Bristol Blue Glass Mell Decanter C1830

A very fine 19th century Bristol blue glass decanter. Mell form with a tapering neck and flared rim. The piece features a polished pontil. It has its original cork and white metal stopper.

Historical Relevance

Hand-blown around the time McVitie's was founded as McVitie & Price's biscuit bakery in Edinburgh.

Height
21cm (8.27")
Width
17.5cm (6.89")
Depth
17.5cm (6.89")
Date of Manufacture

Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA838498
Dealers Internal Ref
2021091201
Exhibit Antiques
Exhibit Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2019

Specialists in 18th & 19th century antique glass

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Georgian Bristol Blue Glass Mell Decanter c1830
Georgian Bristol Blue Glass Mell Decanter c1830
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Georgian Bristol Blue Glass Mell Decanter c1830
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • Period19th century
  • SizeH 21 cm (8 in) x W 17.5 cm (7 in) x D 17.5 cm (7 in)
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