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Victorian French (Normandy) Magnum Cider Decanter
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Victorian French (Normandy) Magnum Cider Decanter

19th century
Sold 4 December 2025 · The World is Made of Glass Ltd.
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Description

This is a large, mouth-blown, late Victorian, French magnum cider decanter dating from the late 19th century, c1890.

The decanter is in excellent condition for its age. This means, of course, that it shows the age related wear and tear to the rim of the base commensurate with some 100+ years of use. The pontil mark at the base of the decanter has been polished out.

The neck of the decanter is decorated with a hand-applied annular neck ring. The body of the decanter is plain. The decanter measures 15 cm (6 inches) in diameter at its widest point. The decanter is 30 cm (12 inches) in height without the stopper and 36 cm (14.4 inches) tall with the stopper inserted. There is some scratching to the extremities of the decanter. There are no chips, cracks, or any evidence of restoration. There are a couple of tiny unburst bubbles in the metal of the body, dating from manufacture.

The stopper is of mushroom form and is contemporary with the decanter. It is a good fit and we believe it to be the original.

Weighing in at 1.22 kg. (~ 2 lb 11 oz.).

Physical Dimensions
Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Declaration

The World is Made of Glass Ltd. has dated this French Cider Decanter to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1173404
Dealers Internal Reference
8717
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Description
This is a large, mouth-blown, late Victorian, French magnum cider decanter dating from the late 19th century, c1890.

The decanter is in excellent condition for its age.

“
This means, of course, that it shows the age related wear and tear to the rim of the base commensurate with some 100+ years of use.
The World is Made of Glass Ltd.

The pontil mark at the base of the decanter has been polished out.

fig 1. A clear glass Normandy magnum cider decanter with a matching stopper and an applied glass ring around the neck, set against a neutral background.
fig 1. Victorian French (Normandy) Magnum Cider Decanter

The neck of the decanter is decorated with a hand-applied annular neck ring. The body of the decanter is plain. The decanter measures 15 cm (6 inches) in diameter at its widest point. The decanter is 30 cm (12 inches) in height without the stopper and 36 cm (14.4 inches) tall with the stopper inserted. There is some scratching to the extremities of the decanter. There are no chips, cracks, or any evidence of restoration. There are a couple of tiny unburst bubbles in the metal of the body, dating from manufacture.

The stopper is of mushroom form and is contemporary with the decanter. It is a good fit and we believe it to be the original.

Weighing in at 1.22 kg. (~ 2 lb 11 oz.).

Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

The World is Made of Glass Ltd. has dated this French Cider Decanter to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1173404
Dealers Internal Ref
8717
The World is Made of Glass Ltd.
The World is Made of Glass Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2023

Dealing in antique and collectable glass from the 17th to the 21st century.

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Archive I A clear glass Normandy magnum cider decanter with a matching stopper and an applied glass ring around the neck, set against a neutral background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Victorian French (Normandy) Magnum Cider Decanter

Archive II A clear glass Normandy magnum cider decanter with a matching stopper and an applied glass ring around the neck, set against a neutral background. View II
Archive III A clear glass Normandy magnum cider decanter with a matching stopper and an applied glass ring around the neck, set against a neutral background. View III
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3 Kent Hollow
Kent Road
Congresbury
Somerset
BS49 5BE
United Kingdom

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A clear glass Normandy magnum cider decanter with a matching stopper and an applied glass ring around the neck, set against a neutral background.
Victorian French (Normandy) magnum cider decanter
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A clear glass Normandy magnum cider decanter with a matching stopper and an applied glass ring around the neck, set against a neutral background.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDecanter
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Country
  • MaterialGlass
  • ColourClear
  • MotifsGround glass stopper, Applied neck ring, Blown glass body, Flared base
  • SizeH 36 cm (14 in) x W 15 cm (6 in) x D 15 cm (6 in)

FAQs

Normandy cider decanters originated in the rural cider-producing regions of northern France during the 19th century, designed specifically for serving local artisanal ciders at family meals and taverns.

These vessels were typically crafted from heavy, free-blown or mold-blown potash glass, often featuring hand-finished necks, applied glass rings, and custom ground-glass stoppers.

Authentic pieces usually display characteristic manufacturing imperfections such as pontil marks on the base, tiny air bubbles trapped within the glass, minor surface wear, and subtle asymmetry inherent to hand-blown production.

Position the piece on a sideboard, open shelving, or a dining table as a standalone sculptural object, or fill it with dried botanicals to add architectural height and historical texture.

Clean antique glass gently using lukewarm water and mild dish soap with a soft bottle brush, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners, sudden temperature changes, and abrasive scrubbers to protect the historic patina.
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