Large 18th Century Facon de Boheme Rectangular Spirit Decanter c1760

£240.00 $303.43 Product Code: 2021041436

Date & Origin 

Bohemia, c1760

Condition

Excellent, age-related wear, no chips cracks or restoration, clean and clear

Dimensions 

Height: 25cm Length: 12cm , Width 6.3cm.

Technical Description 

An 18th century facon de boheme spirit decanter of rectangular form. Shallow printie and flute cutting down the shoulders and flute cut and engraved flowers heads on the front back and sides. A snapped pontil completes the piece. 

You can see an example of this decanter and cutting style on page 130 of 'The Decanter Ancient and Modern' by Andy McConnell

Historical Relevance 

Hand-made around the time Blackfriars Bridge across the River Thames in London opened to traffic on the 16th of November 1769.

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