SOLD – Georgian Bristol Blue Glass Rum Decanter c1800

Description

A very nice Georgian bristol blue spirit decanter which dates to c1800

It has its original facet cut stopper with gold gilding which continues around the cut pouring section. Facet cuts around the shoulders and the word RUM in Gold Gilt on the front. Polished pointil to the base.

English lead. there is one single small chip to the bottom corner as shown and some wear to the gilding as shown. Outside this it is otherwise in superb clean and clear condition with no other chips cracks or restoration. Measures 8 ½ inches tall which includes the stopper and approx. 3 inches square.

References :

The Decanter an Illustrated history of glass from 1650 By Andy McConnell – Page 221 Plate 315.

The Illustrated Guide to Glass By Felice Mehlman – Page 130.