SOLD – Rare Georgian Beehive Glass Decanter c1750

Description

Heading : Beehive glass decanter  
Date : c1750
Period : George II
Origin : England  
Colour : Clear
Stopper : Beaded Ball Stopper
Bowl : Beehive
Foot : Applied  
Pontil : Snapped  
Glass Type : Lead
Size : 9 ¼ inches tall with a 4 inch foot
Condition : Excellent. no chips or cracks
Restoration : None
Weight: 1010 grams

Additional Information : This is an exceptionally rare mid 18^th century decanter. The stopper is a later replacement which has been made in the original style and fits perfectly. Good grey metal with fine soot particles and inclusions within and excellent tooling marks. You can see an example of the decanter on Plate 156 page 109 of ‘The Decanter An Illustrated History of Glass from 1650’ by Andy McConnell where he described the decanter as ‘Rare mid 18^th century  beehive decanter of a type used for colourful cordials’. The stopper has been  made for this decanter at some point in the past and is a slightly brighter. Most would simply not notice. This however demonstrates just how cherished this decanter has been. The style of stopper is correct. in keeping with the original. This is however reflected in the price.

References :

The Decanter an Illustrated history of glass from 1650 By Andy McConnell – Page 109 Plate 156.