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A Handsome Pair of Victorian Cut Glass Rinser Bowls
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A Handsome Pair of Victorian Cut Glass Rinser Bowls

19th century
Sold 17 February 2025 · Jeff Sims Antiques
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A gorgeous pair of Victorian cut glass rinsing bowls. Rinsers or coolers were used for chilling or rinsing wine glasses at the table, between courses. One per person would be placed on the table, facilitating the repeated use of the same glass for different wines.

Later on, it became more common to have a different glass for each wine. Although it's original use is no longer relevant, the rinser can be a lovely collector's item and has a practical use as a bowl. These beautiful examples have geometric cutting to the sides and star cut bases. Dimensions below.

Postage & Packing :- £20.00 UK

£30.00 Europe

£45.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no chips or cracks.

Origin :- Anglo/Irish.

Date :- c1870.

Height :- 10.25 cms.

Diameter :- 10.5 cms.

Date of Manufacture

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this Victorian Cut Glass Rinser to the 1870s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1079332
Dealers Internal Reference
11456
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A gorgeous pair of Victorian cut glass rinsing bowls. Rinsers or coolers were used for chilling or rinsing wine glasses at the table, between courses.
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One per person would be placed on the table, facilitating the repeated use of the same glass for different wines.
Jeff Sims Antiques
fig 1. A pair of clear Victorian cut glass rinser bowls featuring geometric starburst patterns and fluted rims.
fig 1. A Handsome Pair of Victorian Cut Glass Rinser Bowls

Later on, it became more common to have a different glass for each wine. Although it's original use is no longer relevant, the rinser can be a lovely collector's item and has a practical use as a bowl. These beautiful examples have geometric cutting to the sides and star cut bases. Dimensions below.

fig 2. A pair of clear Victorian cut glass rinser bowls featuring geometric starburst patterns and fluted rims.
fig 2. A Handsome Pair of Victorian Cut Glass Rinser Bowls

Postage & Packing :- £20.00 UK

£30.00 Europe

£45.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no chips or cracks.

Origin :- Anglo/Irish.

Date :- c1870.

Height :- 10.25 cms.

Diameter :- 10.5 cms.

Date of Manufacture

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this Victorian Cut Glass Rinser to the 1870s.

Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1079332
Dealers Internal Ref
11456
Jeff Sims Antiques
Jeff Sims Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

Antique silver, glass, jewellery and object de vertu.

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Archive I A pair of clear Victorian cut glass rinser bowls featuring geometric starburst patterns and fluted rims. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Handsome Pair of Victorian Cut Glass Rinser Bowls

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Jeff Sims Antiques
Telephone 07711 373 683
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Suffolk,
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jeffsims
Verified Since Jan 2010
Items For Sale 150
Items Sold 4,500
Jeff Sims Antiques
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A pair of clear Victorian cut glass rinser bowls featuring geometric starburst patterns and fluted rims.
A handsome pair of Victorian cut glass rinser bowls
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A pair of clear Victorian cut glass rinser bowls featuring geometric starburst patterns and fluted rims.
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  • ObjectDecorative Glassware
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialLead crystal, glass
  • ColourClear
  • MotifsStarburst cut, Fluted rim, Geometric facets
  • SizeH 10 cm (4 in) x W 11 cm (4 in) x D 11 cm (4 in)

FAQs

Victorian cut glass rinsers, also known as finger bowls, were used during formal dining in the 19th century to rinse wine glasses between courses or to clean fingers after eating.

These items were typically crafted from lead crystal or flint glass, shaped using mould-blowing techniques, and finished with hand-cut geometric patterns and polished rims.

Authentic pieces often feature pontil marks on the base, minor irregularities from handcrafting, high lead content weight, and characteristic period cut motifs such as starbursts and hobnails.

They can be repurposed as small decorative vessels, tealight holders, or display objects on sideboards and coffee tables to add historical texture to contemporary spaces.

Antique glass should be washed by hand in lukewarm water using mild detergent and dried with a lint-free cloth, avoiding abrasive sponges and sudden temperature changes.
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