Technical Description
An exceptionally rare 19th century Nailsea cranberry glass decanter. It has its orginal hollow cone stopper with three clear applied neck rings. White pulled feather decoration with a large clear cushion knop above a cleat hexaginal cut foot which has a polished pontil.
Comments
We cant emphasize enough just how rare this decanter is. We have never seen another in over 20 years and you wont find one on line. A carnberry nailsea wine carafe with the same design and clear neck rings and a few white nailsea carafes and a single decanter in 2018 are the only camparisons.
Date & Origin
England, c1870. Period of Victoria.
Condition
Excellent, age-related wear as shown. No chips cracks or restoration, clean and clear internally.
Dimensions
Height: 36 cm (including stopper) Diameter: 12cm
Historical Relevance
John D. Rockefeller forms the Standard Oil of Ohio company. By 1890, Standard Oil controlled 88% of the refined oil flows in the United States. John D. Rockefeller was a founder, chairman and major shareholder, and the company made him the richest man in modern history.
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