Antique Engraved Light Baluster Wine Glass, 1750

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a fine english 18th century light baluster friendship glass dating to c1750.
it has a round funnel bowl, dutch … Read more Technical
a fine english 18th century light baluster friendship glass dating to c1750.
it has a round funnel bowl, dutch engraved with hands appearing from the clouds, clasping a central flower and surrounded by a detailed rocco cartouche. A fine marques style crown sits above, suggesting a noble friendship. Fine polished detailing throughout. The words "de goede vrindschap" (a good friendship) engraved on the reverse.
an excellent stem with angular, baluster, air beaded and basal knops. Conical foot.

provenance
frides laméris, amsterdam;
acquired from the above 01 july 1996 and with the same family since that date.

date & origin
england, c1750. Period of george ii.

condition
excellent, age-related wear as shown. No chips, cracks or restoration.

dimensions
height: 17cm
rim diameter: 6.8cm
foot diameter: 7.8cm See less