Saucer Topped Single Series Opaque Twist Wine Glass c1760

Description

Heading : Saucer topped single series opaque twist Georgian wine glass
Period : George II / George III – c1760
Origin : England 
Colour : Clear 
Bowl : Saucer topped 
Stem : Single series opaque twist – spiral gauze
Foot : Conical 
Pontil : Snapped 
Glass Type : Lead 
Size : 16.2 cm height. 6.2 cm diameter bowl. 6.8 cm diameter foot 
Condition : There is a small piece of clinker in the stem
Restoration : The foot rim was polished many years ago. the rim lacks evidence of fire polishing but natural wear has started to build up again.
Weight: 161 grams 

Despite the restoration the glass is in good proportion and the twist and bowl shape are a rare combination.