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An Imposing Large Victorian Cut Glass Claret Jug

19th century
Sold 8 May 2025 · Jeff Sims Antiques
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A fabulous and imposing Victorian cut glass claret jug. The beautiful baluster shaped body has a flared cut lip and a star base. The body has slice cutting to the tapering neck and is cut with alternate cross and prism panels. The matching stopper is cut in the same style and has a teardrop blown through. A spectacular and impressive example of Victorian cut glass at it's best. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing £25.00 UK

£65.00 Europe

£75.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no chips or cracks , save a few minor fleabites commensurate with age and use.

Date :- c1870.

Origin :- English.

Height :- 34.5 cms.

Width :- 18 cms.

Diameter :- 15 cms. (widest point).

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
35cm (13.78")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Reference Numbers
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SA1097845
Dealers Internal Reference
JMS
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Description
A fabulous and imposing Victorian cut glass claret jug. The beautiful baluster shaped body has a flared cut lip and a star base. The body has slice cutting to the tapering neck and is cut with alternate cross and prism panels. The matching stopper is cut in the same style and has a teardrop blown through. A spectacular and impressive example of Victorian cut glass at it's best. Dimensions below.
fig 1. An ornate Victorian cut glass claret jug featuring a bulbous faceted body, long slender neck, applied handle, and a matching geometric stopper.
fig 1. An Imposing Large Victorian Cut Glass Claret Jug

Postage and packing £25.00 UK

£65.00 Europe

£75.00 Outside Europe

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Condition :- Excellent, with no chips or cracks , save a few minor fleabites commensurate with age and use.
Jeff Sims Antiques

Date :- c1870.

Origin :- English.

Height :- 34.5 cms.

Width :- 18 cms.

Diameter :- 15 cms. (widest point).

Date of Manufacture

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

Height
35cm (13.78")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1097845
Dealers Internal Ref
JMS
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 An ornate Victorian cut glass claret jug featuring a bulbous faceted body, long slender neck, applied handle, and a matching geometric stopper. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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Archive II An ornate Victorian cut glass claret jug featuring a bulbous faceted body, long slender neck, applied handle, and a matching geometric stopper. View II
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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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An ornate Victorian cut glass claret jug featuring a bulbous faceted body, long slender neck, applied handle, and a matching geometric stopper.
An imposing large Victorian cut glass claret jug
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An ornate Victorian cut glass claret jug featuring a bulbous faceted body, long slender neck, applied handle, and a matching geometric stopper.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDecanters & Jugs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialLead Crystal, Glass
  • ColourClear
  • MotifsDiamond cut pattern, Facet cut neck, Applied handle, Geometric stopper
  • SizeH 35 cm (14 in) x W 18 cm (7 in) x D 15 cm (6 in)

FAQs

Claret jugs gained immense popularity in Britain during the Victorian era as formal dining became a central aspect of middle and upper-class social life, requiring specialised vessels for serving red wine.

These pieces were typically crafted from lead crystal or heavy flint glass, featuring hand-blown bodies decorated with deep wheel-cut or diamond-cut geometric patterns.

Authenticity is indicated by heavy weight, hand-polished pontil marks on the base, characteristic high-lead refractive clarity, and period-appropriate cutting styles.

This piece can be displayed on a sideboard, bar cart, or dining table, where light can refract through the cut glass, adding historical texture to modern spaces.

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