French Glass Cider Jug Or Pitcher c1820

Description

Heading : A French glass cider jug or pitcher
Date : 1790 – 1830
Period : Late 18th or early 19th century
Origin : North west France. Normandy. Brittany or north of the Loire
Colour : Clear
Body : Folded rim with formed spout.The handle has been applied to the hoop banded body
Pontil : Snapped
Glass Type : Soda
Size : 23cm tall and approx 9cm in diameter
Condition : Excellent. no chips or cracks
Restoration : None
Weight : 656 grams

Jugs or pitchers of this form are invariably attibuted to Normandy

Refefences: Verre d’usage et de prestige – J Belanger page 421