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Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the 1750s.
A superb mid-18th century firing glass with a drawn trumpet bowl and stem. Thick firing foot has a rough pontil.
Date & Origin
England, c1750. Period of George II.
Condition
Excellent, age-related wear as shown. No chips cracks or restoration
Dimensions
Height: 10cm Rim diameter: 6.1cm , Foot diameter: 6.5cm.
Historical Relevance
Hand-blown around the time of the Boston Tea Party on the 16th of December 1773.
Relevant References
Miller’s Glass Buyers Guide – Page 145.
English Glass By Ward Lock – Page 133 Plate 75.
Old English Drinking Glasses Their Chronology and Sequence By Grant R. Francis F.S.A – Plate 243
Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the 1750s.
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Georgian 18th Century Firing Glass C1750
