SOLD – Thistle-Shaped Wine Glass c1810

Description

Heading : Wine glass
Date : c1810
Period : George III
Origin : Anglo-Irish
Colour : Clear
Bowl : Thistle
Bowl Features : Everted rim with a band of cross cut diamonds around the base
Stem : Slice cut
Foot : Terraced with notch cut rim
Pontil : Thin star cut
Glass Type : Lead
Size : 3 7/8 inches tall with a 2 1/4 inch bowl and 2 1/4 inch foot
Condition : Excellent. no chips or cracks
Restoration : None
Weight : 160 Grams

Additional Information : A rare foot and bowl combination which we have never had before. You can see an example of this cutting and foot style on page 226 of Irish Glass by Phelps Warren