Diamond Moulded Square Foot Bonnet Glass c1820

Description

Heading : Diamond Moulded Square Foot Bonnet Glass c1820
Period : George III – George IV
Origin : England 
Colour : Clear 
Bowl : Diamond moulded
Stem : Capstan with terraced base
Foot : Square
Pontil : Polished
Glass Type : Lead 
Size :  8.5cm height
Condition : Very good. a little fritting on leading edges of the square base
Restoration : None 
Weight:  200grams 

There is some debate about the intended purpose of such glasses. They may have been used as salts or dessert glasses. The alternative name “Monteith” is inappropriate . this was a silver bowl with an undulating rim use for cooling or rinsing wine glasses.

I have just such a glass and find that it is perfect for a nip of Penderyn Welsh whisky.