SOLD – Georgian Plain Stem Engraved Ale Glass c1760

Description

A Georgian plain stem ale glass with engraved flowering hops and barley in saltire which dates to 1760.

It stands 6 inches tall with a 2 3/8 inch foot and a 2 1/4 inch bowl. English lead. Conical foot snapped pontil and no chips or cracks.

The foot has been reduced at some point in the past to remove a chip. this is evident from the edge of the foot being squared off. The metal is a good dark colour and the bowl exhibits good tool marks. it still displays very well.

References :            

Investing In Gregorian Glass. By Ward Lloyd – Page 61. 

Miller’s Collecting Glass By Sarah Yates – Page 53.

Dwarf Ale Glasses and their Victorian Successors By Stephen Parry – Page 3.

The Illustrated Guide to Glass By Felice Mehlman – Page 96.