Technical Description
A fine stirrup wine glass in the shape of a boot and fits into the hand smoothly.
Used while sitting on a horse or horse drawn coach in the 18th and early 19th century where the glasses were offered to the riders of occupants and then returned and sat upside down for storage. No need for a stem.
Date & Origin
England, c1800. Period of George III.
Condition
Excellent, age-related wear as shown.
Dimensions
Height: 11cm Rim diameter: 3.7
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