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GEORGE II DRAWN TRUMPET WINE GLASS C.1750 ...

A rare and well-preserved example of 18TH CENTURY from English, mid-18th century (circa 1750), noted for its craftsmanship, material quality, and historical relevance.

A beautiful and imposing English Georgian wine glass, dating to the mid-18th century (circa 1750). This George II period glass is an exceptional example of the "drawn trumpet" form, where the bowl and stem are masterfully pulled from a single gather of glass. Standing at an impressive 17cm tall, it has a much more commanding presence than the standard smaller examples of this era.\n\nThe Bowl: A classic elegant trumpet shape with excellent clarity and period-correct striations.\n\nThe Stem: A solid plain stem featuring a perfectly centred, elongated air tear (teardrop bubble) trapped within the glass.\n\nThe Foot: A wide, conical folded foot, designed to provide stability and resist chipping—a hallmark of quality 18th-century craftsmanship.\n\nManufacturing Marks: The base features a sharp, authentic snapped pontil mark, confirming its hand-made, pre-industrial origin.\n\nCondition: Pristine Antique Condition. This glass has been remarkably well-preserved for over 270 years. There are no chips, cracks, or "flea bites" to the rim or the folded foot. The glass is clear with no signs of "sickness" or clouding.\n\nThis is a collector-grade piece, ideal for a connoisseur of early English lead glass or as a standout addition to a period glassware display.

— Details

Reference

SA1206510

Origin

English, mid-18th century (circa 1750)

Period

18TH CENTURY

Dimensions

H 17cm

Condition

Excellent — see description