Date & Origin
England, c1740. Period of George II.
Condition
Excellent, age-related wear as shown.
Dimensions
Height: 15.2cm Rim diameter: 5.5cm, Foot diameter: 7.7cm.
Weight
129 grams
Technical Description
Engraved Georgian plain stem wine glass. A plain stem supports a round funnel bowl engraved with a jay in flight and a fruiting vine. This all rests upon a folded conical foot with a rough pontil.
Historical Relevance
Hand-blown around the time of The Battle of Dettingen, which took place on the 27th of June 1743 during the war of the Austrian Succession. King George II of Britain personally led troops into battle. The last time a British monarch commanded troops in the field.
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