18th Century Engraved Saucer Top Bucket Bowl Opaque Twist Wine Glass C1760

Technical Description A rare 18th century wine glass dating to c1760. It has a saucer top bucket bowl, the rim engraved with fruiting vine. Sits on a double series opaque twist stem consisting of a pair of spiral tapes outside a corkscrew gauze. Conical foot. A saucer top is a rare variation on the pan top being wider and shallower. Date & Origin England, C1760. Period of George III. Condition Excellent, no chips cracks or restoration. The rim has a pin prick tooth mark which is insignificant. Dimensions Height: 15.7cm Rim diameter:6.5cm Foot diameter: 6.9cm