2 cut glass sherry decanters
Antique English,
A pair of unusual barrel shaped large decanters in cut glass with paisley decoration, three faceted rings on the neck, of the Victorian style. Perfect for serving port, sherry and table wine; antique English mid 19th century.
Condition: clouded, small chips to the stopper and body
Long Victorian period (1838−1901) spanned over an immensely prolific time in the history of art and design. It covers such great fashions as Gothic Revival, the Pre-Raphaelites, Aesthetic Movement, Expressionism, Arts and Crafts and Art Nouveau. That was quite unlike any other period.
Size
- Height
- 25.5 cm
- Diameter/Width
- 13.5 cm
How to care
Clean glass jugs, wine decanters and claret jugs immediately after use - that way it is easy to remove the stains before they set onto the glass surface.
How to care
Decanters, wine carafes and narrow jugs can be cleaned using rock salt or rice and vinegar. Salt acts as an abrasive. Rinse well and let it dry thoroughly.
How to care
Traditionally, tough wine stains inside glass decanters can be removed by rolling buckshot; nowadays they are called decanter cleaning rolling balls.
How to care
Clouded surface inside a decanter is hard to fix - requires a vibrating machine; but when decanter is full with liquid, the glass becomes transparent.
How to care
Glass is a pretty tough material. Wash old wine glasses normally in a warm soapy water. Watch out for gilding and enamelling - do not scrub hard.
How to care
Wash old glassware by hand with a soft sponge in warm water, do not scrub hard. That way it will keep a clear surface.