Lot 681
  • 681

A glass sherry decanter, Imperial Glassworks, circa 1820

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • height: 31cm, 12 1/8 in.
colourless and blue glass, the bulbous lower body moulded with swags highlighted in gilt, slim faceted neck and tapering foot

Condition

The stopper is lacking, there is a chip to the neck measuring approx. 1.3 by 2cm, and a further chip to the foot measuring approx. 1 by 4cm. There are minor nicks to the glass in places and rubbing to the gilding consistent with age.
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