Rare Georgian Air Twist Wine Glass c1750

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Description

Date & Origin

England, c1750. Period of George II.

Condition

Excellent, age-related wear as shown.

Dimensions

Height: 16.7cm Rim diameter: 6.8cm Foot diameter: 7.1cm.

Weight

163 grams

Technical Description

An 18th century air twist wine glass with a rare pointed round funnel bowl which has a combination of hammer and rib moulding. The multi spiral air twist stem with a shoulder knop rests upon a conical foot featuring a rough pontil.

Historical Relevance

Hand-blown around the time Westminster Bridge was officially opened for the general public to use on the 18th of November 1750.

DateGeorge II : c1750 Codeas956a020 / 2018121707 Price SOLD £395.00 StatusSold SellerExhibit Antiques Telephone01501 228282Non UK callers :+44 1501 228282 Emailalex@exhibitantiques.com

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