Antique 1890s “Sedgwick Rye” Whiskey Decanter – Hand-Painted Bar Back

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Elegant hand-painted glass whiskey decanter advertising Sedgwick Rye, dating to the late 19th century. This example was part of the … Read more Elegant hand-painted glass whiskey decanter advertising Sedgwick Rye, dating to the late 19th century. This example was part of the classic back-bar display sets used in saloons and hotels to decant whiskey from bulk stock into attractive counter bottles.

The lettering is done in freehand gold enamel in a period-appropriate font, softly worn with age. The ground-glass faceted stopper fits snugly and appears original to the piece.

Though Sedgwick Rye was an American-market brand, its roots trace back to the Sedgwick Distillery of South Africa, founded in the 1880s by the sons of importer Captain James Sedgwick.

Date: c. 1890

Origin: USA (brand with South African heritage)

Material: Blown and cut glass with hand-painted gilt lettering

Dimensions: 11″ H with stopper × 5.5″ Dia. base

Condition: Excellent antique condition; lettering shows typical fading from age and use. Two interior bubbles on the back appear to have ruptured internally but cannot be felt on the surface. No chips or cracks. minor flea bites and light chip on the stopper bottom.




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