Antique Victorian Cut Crystal & Silver-Plated Claret Jug Decanter – Grape & Vine

Description

View Antique Victorian Cut Crystal & Silver-Plated Claret Jug Decanter – Grape & Vine with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Antique Victorian Cut Crystal & Silver-Plated Claret Jug Decanter – Grape & Vine Motif, c. 1880. For sale is a gorgeous, authentic late-19th-century Victorian claret jug (wine decanter). Era: Late Victorian (Circa 1870–1900). Antique Victorian Cut Crystal & Silver-Plated Claret Jug Decanter – Grape & Vine Motif, c. 1880 Description: For sale is a gorgeous, authentic late-19th-century Victorian claret jug (wine decanter). This elegant piece features a beautifully hand-cut lead crystal body paired with an ornate silver-plated metal collar, handle, and hinged lid showcasing an intricate, three-dimensional grape cluster and twisting vine leaf motif. Key Features & Details: Era:  Late Victorian (Circa 1870–1900) Materials:  Hand-cut lead crystal body; electroplated silver over a copper and brass base metal. Glasswork:  Exceptional clarity with a sharp hand-cut starburst/rosette base, alternating strawberry diamond panels, and fine chequerboard hatching. Craftsmanship:  Features a beautiful three-dimensional grape finial on a hinged lid. The hinge mechanism is stamped with the original workshop assembly number "8," showcasing its authentic bench-made history. Dimensions:  Stands approximately 12 inches tall by 5.5 inches wide. Holds a standard 750ml bottle of wine perfectly. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Kitchen & Home › Dinnerware & Serveware › Jugs & Pitchers.

Type

Jug

Color

crystal

Style

Victorian

Material

Crystal

Features

Handles

Finish

Silver Plated

Vintage

Yes