SOLD – Pair La Granja Acorn Gilded Glass Tumblers c1790

Description

Heading : Pair La Granja Gilded Tumblers
Date : c1790
Period : 18th Century
Origin : Spain
Colour : Clear
Bowl : Tapered. beautifully gilded with acorns and oak leaves with flute cutting to the base
Pontil : Polished
Glass Type : Soda
Size : 2 /12 inches tall with a 2 1/4 inch bowl and 2 inch base
Condition : Excellent. no chips or cracks. very minor loss of gilt
Restoration : None
Weight: 135 grams

Real Fábrica de Vidrio y de Cristal de la Granja. The Royal glass and crystal factory of la Granja was founded by King Phillip V of Spain to furnish the roral palaces with glass. It became one of the most advanced manufactories of its time. They became reknowned for their incised gold leaf decoration.  The quality of the gilding is exemplary. Will be a joy to use. We were so pleased to meet a number of customers today at he glass fair in Cambridge all of whom said how much they enjoyed using their glasses. Our message is clearly getting out !