Sterling Silver and Cut Glass Claret Jug

Description

Heading : Sterling Silver and Cut Glass Claret Jug
Date : The silver hallmarked for Bravingtons Birmingham 1988. The glass by Stuart Crystal
Period : Elizabeth II
Origin : Birmingham and Stourbridge
Colour : Clear
Body : Conical
Base : Radial cut
Glass Type : Full lead crystal
Size :    29cm to top of stopper
Condition : Excellent, just a little water bloom in the base
Restoration : None
Weight : 1676 grams

A mid 19th century gothic revival style. A beautifully executed handle with fine chasing, vine leaf attachments and grapes on the lower terminal. Matching finial and cast spout with fruiting vine decoration. A quality item top to bottom, with original Selfridges receipt from 1988 for £450. New modern equivalents are approaching £1000. Being sold on behalf of a gentleman of Tunbridge Wells