What is a carboy used for?

A carboy functioned primarily as a large storage container for chemicals, distilled liquids, or bulk wine in apothecary shops and distilleries. Their thick walls protected contents from light and breakage during storage. Today, these vessels serve as statement decorative objects in interiors, often displayed on floors or tables either empty or holding large botanical stems.

How do I clean an old glass vessel?

Cleaning antique glass requires gentle methods, using lukewarm water and mild detergent rather than harsh chemical soakers or abrasive scrubbers. Old surfaces can be delicate, particularly where gilding, enamel, or silver overlay is present. Avoid submersing pieces with metallic mounts or iron baskets in water to prevent corrosion of the secondary materials. Soft bottle brushes help reach the internal base of narrow-necked carboys.

How can I tell a Georgian piece from a Victorian one?

Georgian glass often displays a darker metal tone with characteristic pontil marks on the base, reflecting hand-blown production methods before mass standardisation. Forms tend towards heavy table rummers, plain-stem goblets, and deep-cut mixing bowls. Victorian pieces frequently utilise more experimental colours, opaque glass, or moulded decoration, alongside the rise of specialised pharmacy carboys and Mary Gregory painted designs.

Where should I place a large glass vessel?

Large vessels look best positioned where natural light can pass through the tinted or clear glass, illuminating shelves, windowsills, or floor spaces. Heavy apothecary jars and carboys anchor corners of rooms effectively. Ensure pieces are placed on stable, level surfaces away from heavy foot traffic, particularly heavier lead crystal bowls and tall pedestal vases.

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A large antique glass vessel brings weight and historic character to a room, ranging from utilitarian pharmacy carboys to decorative vases.

A Large Optically Blown Green Glass Vase, James Powell C.1900

1900 - 1920

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A Large Optically Blown Green Glass Vase, James Powell C.1900

From Mark J West

£295

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Georgian Large Ovoid Bowl Plain Stem Goblet, Engraved Monogram

19th century

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Georgian Large Ovoid Bowl Plain Stem Goblet, Engraved Monogram

From The World is Made of Glass Ltd.

£245

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1775 Stunning Georgian Adam Style Large Silver Swing Handled Basket See Photos

18th century

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1775 Stunning Georgian Adam Style Large Silver Swing Handled Basket See Photos

From Dudley Antique Silver

£680

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19th century

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Large 19th C Glass Vase

From Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares

£120

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18th century

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Large 18th Century Blown Glass Liquid Jar (Burgundy)

From Graham Price Antiques Ltd.

£210

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19th century

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Antique Apothecary Jar

From Nikki Page Antiques

£950

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Vase Entitled "Large Floral Vase" by Emile Galle

1900 - 1920

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Vase Entitled "Large Floral Vase" by Emile Galle

From Hickmet Fine Arts

£3,850

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1900 - 1920

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Large Galle Cameo Glass Fern Vase C1920

From Bradley Gent

£1,750

3+ MONTHS AGO

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1900 - 1920

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Large Art Nouveau Iridescent Glass Vase with Silver Overlay and Cabachons by Ferdinand Von Poschinger

From Morgan Strickland Decorative Arts

£1,950

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18th century

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Large Late Georgian Chunky Rummer

From Abersoch Antiques

£165

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The listings on this page span the eighteenth, nineteenth, and early twentieth centuries, featuring materials from simple blown glass to layered cameo and lead crystal.

19th century

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Large Antique Victorian Quality Cut Glass Lidded Vase

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£425

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19th century

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Large Antique Hand Painted Opaque Glass Vase

From Rebecca Sarah Antiques

£395

3+ MONTHS AGO

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1920 - 1940

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Art Deco Large Glass & Enamel Etched Vase, Czech Republic, C1930

From Art Deco World

£695

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1900 - 1920

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6 Large French Carboys & Demi-johns

From Antiques Decorative

£580

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1900 - 1920

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Art Nouveau Large Iridescent Favrile Glass Lobed Vase by Lct Tiffany

From Morgan Strickland Decorative Arts

£3,950

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Attractive Large Antique French Demijohn Carboy Bottle in Original Iron Basket

1900 - 1920

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Attractive Large Antique French Demijohn Carboy Bottle in Original Iron Basket

From Abacus Antiques

£135

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Large Glass Vessel

A Large Optically Blown Green Glass Vase, James Powell C.1900

Georgian Large Ovoid Bowl Plain Stem Goblet, Engraved Monogram

1775 Stunning Georgian Adam Style Large Silver Swing Handled Basket See Photos

Large 19th C Glass Vase

Large 18th Century Blown Glass Liquid Jar (Burgundy)

Antique Apothecary Jar

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Vase Entitled "Large Floral Vase" by Emile Galle

Large Galle Cameo Glass Fern Vase C1920

Large Art Nouveau Iridescent Glass Vase with Silver Overlay and Cabachons by Ferdinand Von Poschinger

Large Late Georgian Chunky Rummer

Large Antique Victorian Quality Cut Glass Lidded Vase

Large Antique Hand Painted Opaque Glass Vase

Art Deco Large Glass & Enamel Etched Vase, Czech Republic, C1930

6 Large French Carboys & Demi-johns

Art Nouveau Large Iridescent Favrile Glass Lobed Vase by Lct Tiffany

Attractive Large Antique French Demijohn Carboy Bottle in Original Iron Basket

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