Date & Origin
England, c1780. Period of George III.
Condition
Excellent, age-related wear as shown.
Dimensions
Height: 13.8cm Bowl diameter: 6.9cm Foot diameter: 7.3cm.
Weight
162 grams
Technical Description
An 18th century dwarf ale glass. Wrythen moulding reaches from the base of the stem to half way up the drawn conical bowl. A conical foot with a rough pontil supports the piece.
Historical Relevance
Hand-blown around the time of The American Revolutionary War, more commonly known as the American War of Independence.
Relevant References
Eighteenth Century English Drinking Glasses an Illustrated Guide By L.M Bickerton – Page 249 Plate 774.
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