An Air Twist Stem Georgian Wine Glass c1750

Description

Heading : Georgian wine glass with air twist stem
Period : George II – c1750
Origin : England 
Colour : Clear 
Bowl : Round funnel 
Stem : Multi series air twist.
Foot : Conical 
Pontil : Snapped 
Glass Type : Lead 
Size : 16cm height. 6cm diameter bowl. 6.7cm diameter foot 
Condition : Excellent. no chips or cracks. Two particles of clinker are visible within the bowl
Restoration : None 
Weight: 126 grams 

This is a very fine and slender stem that is marginally tapered. The ribs on the stem are the result of it being marvered to the requisite thickness.