Technical Description
A fine example of a William IV decanter with a bullseye stopper. Three applied. Polished pontil. Overall a fine example, which can hold approx 1.5 bottles of wine...or a bottle of Whisky...whichever is your tipple.
Date & Origin
England, c1830. Period of William IV.
Condition
Age-related wear as shown. No chips cracks or restoration. Clean and Clear internally, some faint scrathes to the body.
Dimensions
Height: 27.5cm (including stopper) Diameter: 11.5cm.
Historical Context
Hand-blown around the time the Earl Grey succeeded the Duke of Wellington as Prime Minister in 1830.