SOLD – Jacobite Engraved Opaque Twist Wine Glass c1760

Description

Heading : Jacobite engraved opaque twist wine glass
Date : c1760
Period : George III
Origin : England
Colour : Clear
Bowl : Bucket
Bowl Features : A stylised rose. single bud. leaves and  star
Stem : Double series opaque twist
Stem Features : 18-Ply spiral band outside a spiral gauze
Foot : Conical
Pontil : Snapped
Glass Type : Lead
Size : 6 1/4 inches tall with a 1 15/16 inch bowl and 2 5/8 inch foot
Condition : Excellent. no chips or cracks
Restoration : The foot has been reduced in size and polished and is iregular as a result. It is still larger than the bowl.
Weight : 125 grams

Additional Information :  This style of Jacobite Rose is well documented and this type of engraving be seen in the book “The Jacobites and Their Drinking Glasses” by Geoffrey Seddon on page 121 plate C. page 89 plate 27. In perfect condition this glass would retail for around £1000. This is superb value.