Date & Origin
England, c1760. Period of George III.
Condition
Excellent, Tiny pinprick on wear line rim of the foot.
Dimensions
Height: 15.4cm Rim diameter: 6.9cm Foot diameter: 7.2cm.
Technical Description
A very fine example of a single series 18th century wine glass. It has a large round funnel bowl with rib moulding to the lower half. Sits on a single series opaque twist stem consisting of a multi-ply corkscrew. A conical foot with a rough pontil.
Historical Relevance
In a historical context, this glass was made around the time that the English parliament enacted the Stamp Act on the American colonies, March 22nd 1765, imposing a tax on many types of printed materials used in the colonies. Seen as a violation of rights, the Act sparks violent demonstrations in several Colonies.
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