A Set of Six James Powell & Sons Champagne Coupes c1895

Description

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Heading : Set of six James Powell. Whitefriars Champagne Coupes
Period : Victoria
Date : c 1890-1900
Origin : England
Colour : Clear
Bowl : Lipped. double ogee. ribbed
Stem : Two strand twisted stem
Foot : Conical
Glass Type : Lead
Size :   12.5 cm tall. 8.6cm bowl. 6.4 cm foot
Condition : Excellent
Restoration : None
Weight : 468 gms

Designed by Harry Powell this set of six Victorian champagne glasses would make a fine addition to anyones glassware. With beautiful two strand twisted stem they are an iconic example of Whitefriars glass. The question of champagne coupe vs flute is entirely subjective. Although connoisseurs are agreed that for purposes of bubble retention the flute is superior there is an argument that sometimes style can take precedence over substance. These glasses are simply stunning. Bubble retention be damned.

Reference: Whitefriars Glass. The Art of James Powell and Sons. Page 104. plate 33. ii.