2 French crystal wine/port « marriage » glasses
2 French crystal wine/port « marriage » glasses
Definition.
2 rare and beautiful wine/port glasses are made in the 19th century in France.
The glasses are made of mouth-blown crystal, which gives them a beautiful shine and sound.
Yellow fine flowers, curls and peacocks are applied around the glass, according to the acid etching technique.
The chalice-shaped glasses are mounted on a teardrop-shaped stem.
the quality and finish of the glass is very fine and good, which is why they were probably made by Saint Louis or Baccarat.
At the bottom of the foot you can see the cut of the blowpipe.
These are completely handmade, so they can vary in size and weight.
These 2 glasses were given to a couple who got married, as a sign of solidarity.
Given its age, a small trace of wear may be present, as well as glass threads, air bubbles and imperfections are completely normal for handmade antique glassware.
Production time:
1850
Origin / country:
France
Manufacturer:
Saint Louis - Baccarat
Model / name:
Dimensions:
Hight: 13,5 cm
Diameter rim glass: 6,5 cm
Weight together: 160 gr
Condition:
2nd hand / very good condition / no chips or cracks
Order referention:
240691