Date & Origin
England, c1730. Period of George II.
Condition
Excellent, age-related wear as shown.
Dimensions
Height: 12.8cm Rim diameter: 8.9cm Foot diameter: 7.4cm.
Weight
249 grams
Technical Description
An 18th century baluster champagne glass. A cup bowl rests upon a knopped stem featuring a teared ball knop above an inverted baluster knop. The piece is supported by a domed foot with a rough pontil.
Historical Relevance
Hand-blown around the time the Engraving Copyright Act 1734, also known as Hogarth's Act was passed by Parliament to protect original engravings against unauthorized copies.
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