Technical Description
A superb 18th century Baluster stem goblet dating to c1730.
A large bell bowl rests upon a baluster stem featuring a teared flattened ball knop with cushion knops above and below all above a basal knop. The piece is supported by a domed foot.
Date & Origin
England, c1730. Period of George II.
Condition
Excellent, no chips cracks or restoration
Dimensions
Height: 18.9cm Rim diameter: 8.2cm Foot diameter: 8.2cm.
Historical Relevance
Hand-blown around the time George, Prince of Wales, became King George II of Great Britain.
Comments
This glass comes from the Michael Wallis collection which took over 45 years to build and contains over 250 drinking glasses, covering all forms from the 18th century, many exceptionally rare. They will all be presented by Exhibit over the coming weeks and months.
