Technical Description
A fine 18th-century single series air twist wine glass. It has a large round funnel bowl above a spiral air gauze. Conical foot with a snapped pontil.
Well above average height.
If you would like to learn more about 18th-century drinking glasses then there are a few article links below which may help.
Identification of Antique Drinking Glasses | The English Air Twist
Outlander Drinking Glasses | Which glasses did the cast use & how accurate were they?
Date & Origin
England, c1750. Period of George II.
Condition
Excellent, age-related wear as shown. No chips cracks or restoration.
Dimensions
Height: 16.7cm Rim diameter: 5.7cm, Foot diameter: 7cm.
Historical Relevance Hand-blown around the time of the 1745 Jacobite Rebellion, led by Charles Edward Stuart.
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