Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the 17th Century.
A wonderful 17th Century Facon De Venise wine glass dating to c1670.
Conical thin folded foot.
Date & Origin
Venise, c1670
Condition
Excellent, no chips cracks, or restoration.
Dimensions
Height: 14.3cm Rim diameter: 7.3cm Foot diameter: 7.1cm
Historical Context
On June 1st, 1670, at Dover, Charles II of England and Louis XIV of France sign the Secret Treaty of Dover, ending hostilities between their kingdoms on the agreement that Louis will give Charles 200,000 pounds annually...an astronomical sum of money at that time.
Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the 17th Century.
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17th Century Facon De Venise Wine Glass C1670
