A Gadrooned Absinthe glass

AU$140.00

Stock ID: 14806

Reference No: BLF40b

A French absinthe glass with its typically thick and heavy glass the bowl, standing on a simple stem and broad plinth. Decorated with a spiralling gadrooned pattern and showing the trapped air bubbles and wobbles that come from their hand-blown construction. The underside showing the glassmaker's pincer mark. Area of Pays de Caux, Normandy, circa 1860.

Condition report: In good and original, unrestored condition, showing slight surface wear in keeping with its age and use.

Dimensions: Height 15 cm.

Status: Available