Date & Origin
England, c1780. Period of George III.
Condition
Excellent, age-related wear as shown. Minor polish to the underside of the foot.
Dimensions
Height: 15.7cm Bowl diameter: 5.8cm Foot diameter: 6.9cm.
Weight
159 grams
Technical Description
An engraved 18th century facet cut wine glass. The round funnel bowl is engraved with a jay in flight and a fruiting vine. This rests upon a hexagonal facet cut stem featuring a swelling knop. The glass is supported by a conical foot with a rough pontil.
Historical Relevance
Hand-blown around the time the Bank of North America, the first American commercial bank opened.
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