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Large Georgian C1770 Boot Glass
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Large Georgian C1770 Boot Glass

18th century
Description

This Georgian boot glass is hand blown and in excellent condition.

Such glasses were used to mock the Earl of Bute, prime minister from 1762-1763.

It is large 16cm tall and stands well.

We offer free Royal Mail next day delivery within the UK.

Physical Dimensions
Height
16cm (6.30")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Declaration

The Antique Boutique has dated this Georgian Glass Boot Vessel to the Georgian era.

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SA959407
Description
This Georgian boot glass is hand blown and in excellent condition.

Such glasses were used to mock the Earl of Bute, prime minister from 1762-1763.

It is large 16cm tall and stands well.

We offer free Royal Mail next day delivery within the UK.

Height
16cm (6.30")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Date of Manufacture

The Antique Boutique has dated this Georgian Glass Boot Vessel to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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A Georgian clear hand-blown glass drinking vessel crafted in the shape of a boot with a wide rim.
Large Georgian c1770 boot glass
Ref: SA959407
A Georgian clear hand-blown glass drinking vessel crafted in the shape of a boot with a wide rim.
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A boot glass is a novelty drinking vessel shaped like a boot, popular during the eighteenth century in Britain. Often associated with political satire or tavern culture, these glasses were designed to present a challenge when drinking ale or punch due to air pockets forming in the toe section.

These glasses were individually hand-blown using heavy lead glass, giving them distinct clarity and weight. Glassmakers formed the primary bowl and pulled or manipulated the base to form the pointed foot and toe shape, usually leaving a rough or ground pontil mark underneath.

Authentic Georgian examples usually exhibit subtle greyish or purplish tones inherent to period lead glass formulations, along with natural wear on the base rim. Look for hand-crafted variations in glass thickness, a snapped pontil scar, and a total absence of modern mould seams.

An antique boot glass works as a decorative conversational object when set upon a sideboard, mantelpiece, or inside a glazed display cabinet. Grouping the vessel alongside other eighteenth-century glassware highlights subtle variations in form and period craftsmanship.

Clean historic glassware by hand using tepid water and a small amount of mild washing-up liquid, avoiding hot water to prevent thermal shock cracking. Avoid dishwashers entirely, and dry the piece thoroughly with a soft microfibre cloth to prevent water staining.
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