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Christopher Dresser Designed Claret Jug C.1880-1900
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Christopher Dresser Designed Claret Jug C.1880-1900

19th century
Sold 31 July 2025 · The Old Cinema
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Description

An antique claret jug designed by Christopher Dresser possibly for Hukin & Heath, Birmingham, though unmarked. Silverplate mounts and ebondy handle. Excellent condition.

Physical Dimensions
Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
14.5cm (5.71")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Declaration

The Old Cinema has dated this Christopher Dresser Claret Jug to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA991238
Dealers Internal Reference
41547
Description
An antique claret jug designed by Christopher Dresser possibly for Hukin & Heath, Birmingham, though unmarked. Silverplate mounts and ebondy handle. Excellent condition.
Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
14.5cm (5.71")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Date of Manufacture

The Old Cinema has dated this Christopher Dresser Claret Jug to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA991238
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41547
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Archive I A clear glass claret jug featuring geometric silver-plated mounts and a vertical black handle against a neutral background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Christopher Dresser Designed Claret Jug C.1880-1900

Archive II A clear glass claret jug featuring geometric silver-plated mounts and a vertical black handle against a neutral background. View II
Archive III A clear glass claret jug featuring geometric silver-plated mounts and a vertical black handle against a neutral background. View III
Archive IV A clear glass claret jug featuring geometric silver-plated mounts and a vertical black handle against a neutral background. View IV
Archive V A clear glass claret jug featuring geometric silver-plated mounts and a vertical black handle against a neutral background. View V
Archive VI A clear glass claret jug featuring geometric silver-plated mounts and a vertical black handle against a neutral background. View VI
Archive VII A clear glass claret jug featuring geometric silver-plated mounts and a vertical black handle against a neutral background. View VII
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A clear glass claret jug featuring geometric silver-plated mounts and a vertical black handle against a neutral background.
Christopher Dresser Designed Claret Jug c.1880-1900
Ref: SA991238
A clear glass claret jug featuring geometric silver-plated mounts and a vertical black handle against a neutral background.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectClaret Jugs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleAesthetic Movement
  • MaterialSilver-plated metal, glass, ebonised wood
  • ColourSilver and Clear
  • MotifsGeometric mounts, Hinged lid, Vertical handle, Cut glass base
  • SizeH 22 cm (9 in) x W 14.5 cm (6 in) x D 14 cm (6 in)

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The Aesthetic Movement of the late 19th century prioritised form, functionality, and artistic expression over excessive Victorian ornamentation, often drawing inspiration from Japanese design principles.

These pieces typically combined blown or moulded clear glass bodies with silver-plated mounts, pewter, and occasionally ebony or insulated handles.

Authentic pieces often feature makers marks or registration numbers from manufacturers such as James Dixon & Sons, alongside precise geometric proportions characteristic of Dressers industrial design ethos.

Placed on a sideboard or bar cart, it serves as a sculptural focal point that contrasts clean modern lines with historic craftsmanship.

Use a non-abrasive cloth specifically formulated for silver-plate to avoid wearing down the thin silver layer, and wash the glass body by hand in lukewarm soapy water.
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