Single Series Opaque Twist Ratafia Glass c1760

Description

Heading : Opaque twist stem ratafia
Period : George II / George III – c1760
Origin : England
Colour : Clear
Bowl : Round funnel
Stem : A pair of 10-ply spiral bands with a pair of corkscrew tapes with accidental air layer. The spiral bands are aligned horizontally rather than the typical vertical arrangement.
Foot : Conical
Pontil : Snapped
Glass Type : Lead
Size :  18cm height. 4.7cm diameter. 8.2cm diameter foot
Condition : Excellent. no chips or cracks
Restoration : None
Weight: 186 grams