A WILLIAM IV CUT-GLASS CLARET JUG, CIRCA 1835 of askos form, the neck prism cut, the body cut with wings and broad flutes, applied with a strap handle, the base cut with a sunburstThe present claret jug is based on an Ancient Greek pottery form, the askos was a vessel used for pouring small amounts of liquid, usually oil. The form was popular amongst 19th century glass and silvermakers.21cm. high, 23cm. wide; 8¼in., 9in. To view Shipping Calculator, please click hereCondition ReportIn overall good condition. Minute nicks to rim. Scattered scratches. The lot is sold in the condition it is in at the time of sale. The
A WILLIAM IV CUT-GLASS CLARET JUG, CIRCA 1835 of askos form, the neck prism cut, the body cut with wings and broad flutes, applied with a strap handle, the base cut with a sunburstThe present claret jug is based on an Ancient Greek pottery form, the askos was a vessel used for pouring small amounts of liquid, usually oil. The form was popular amongst 19th century glass and silvermakers.21cm. high, 23cm. wide; 8¼in., 9in. To view Shipping Calculator, please click hereCondition ReportIn overall good condition. Minute nicks to rim. Scattered scratches. The lot is sold in the condition it is in at the time of sale. The
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