Technical Description
A fine 19th century emerald green wine glass. It has a conical bowl with an angular knop stem. Conical foot with polished pontil.
Date & Origin
England, c1820. Period of George III.
Condition
Excellent, age-related wear as shown. No chips cracks or restoration
Dimensions
Height: 13.3cm Rim diameter: 7.1cm Foot diameter: 6.7cm.
Historical Context
Hand-blown around the time the Liverpool and Manchester Railway opened, the world's first intercity passenger railway operated by only steam locomotives.
