Cut glass port decanter
Antique English,
Imposing cranberry red and clear cut glass decanter with diamond and panelled pattern of a globular shape, set with a tall neck and a spire stopper, of the Arts & Crafts style. Ideal for serving table wine or port and sherry; antique English late 19th century.
Condition: small chips on the rim, body and stopper, scratches
Arts & Crafts was one of the most important styles in the late Victorian period. Among other sources, the style drew its inspiration from the mythology of the British Isles and from the fabulous legends about king Arthur. The products were designed to a high standard, using traditional materials and techniques.
Size
- Wide
- 13 cm
- Height
- 27 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.