Mervyn Mitton Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 Containers to hold alcoholic beverages have been in use for thousands of years - and can vary from the very elaborate and decorative - to just a container. Crystal and cut glass are the more usual forms these days - however, solid silver and even gold flagons can still be used for special occasions. Painted pottery versions are still often used - again going far back in time. The main problem for this material is that it shatters easily and just doesn't last as long. With so many varieties and materials I am hoping that Members will show examples that they have in their homes ? ........................................................http://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_01_2013/post-6209-0-56536200-1357471040.jpgclick................................... This is a very fine crystal decanter - hallmarked on the collar for 1873. Perfect condition Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mervyn Mitton Posted January 6, 2013 Author Share Posted January 6, 2013 London hallmarks for 1873 ............................................................http://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_01_2013/post-6209-0-35880900-1357471307.jpgclick................................. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mervyn Mitton Posted January 6, 2013 Author Share Posted January 6, 2013 Another good crystal decanter - this one has what is called a 'hob nail' cut. After the old nails in boots. This shape is typical fpor Sherry or Port. Longish neck to grasp and pass - and the contents showing clearly. These days people are not so fussy about the right decanter for the right drink - more a matter of preferance. We have also reached the stage in the decline of accepted custom - where people drink straight from cans and bottles - even at formal dinners. However, let's not go there.............. ...........................................................http://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_01_2013/post-6209-0-80396900-1357471547.jpgclick...................................... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Boonzaier Posted January 7, 2013 Share Posted January 7, 2013 We have also reached the stage in the decline of accepted custom - where people drink straight from cans and bottles - even at formal dinners. However, let's not go there.............. You will be happy to hear, I am old school... I still drink straight from the decanter!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mervyn Mitton Posted January 7, 2013 Author Share Posted January 7, 2013 Chris - I knew you wouldn't let me down .................. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mervyn Mitton Posted January 10, 2013 Author Share Posted January 10, 2013 These are a lovely matching pair of Victorian wine decanters. Probably dating to the 1850's you can see that whilst identical, they have been made individually. ....................................................http://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_01_2013/post-6209-0-86968400-1357814703.jpgclick.................................... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mervyn Mitton Posted January 10, 2013 Author Share Posted January 10, 2013 A beautifully proportioned Sherry or, Port decanter. Probably late Victorian. Heavy hand cut crystal. .................................................................http://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_01_2013/post-6209-0-10025600-1357815209.jpgclick........................................... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mervyn Mitton Posted January 10, 2013 Author Share Posted January 10, 2013 This is a rare Georgian decanter - possibly dating to as early as the 1790's. This would make-it King George 3rd. One of the features from this period, are the three rings as handholds, on the neck of the decanter. Heavy, handcut crystal gives a lovely 'glow' to the finish and it is quite a valuable piece. Over a period of 200 years so many of them get chipped. ................................................................http://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_01_2013/post-6209-0-41161700-1357815764.jpgclick............................... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mervyn Mitton Posted January 10, 2013 Author Share Posted January 10, 2013 I have shown this decanter set in an earlier post - however, since we are looking at types of decanters it deserves to be included to show a different style. This is Murano Glass - from the famous factory in Venice, Italy. Made from Cranberry glass, it is decorated with 22 ct. gold and the small flower decorations are hand made from paste. There are four identical goblets . Different countries have different tastes - however,I have to say that it is not to British taste - and I will be glad when it's gone. Never- the- less, the decoration and workmanship is exquisitally done - as you would expect from such a famous factory. ............................................................http://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_01_2013/post-6209-0-25028300-1357816501.jpgclick.................................. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter monahan Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 Very lovely, one and all. From your personal collection, Mervyn? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mervyn Mitton Posted January 11, 2013 Author Share Posted January 11, 2013 No Peter - these are from the shop. I will continue with some from my own collection. Decanters are lovely items to collect - just difficult to display. Mervyn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mervyn Mitton Posted February 11, 2013 Author Share Posted February 11, 2013 This is a traditional Spirits decanter. Heavy lead crystal , it would sit as a set to hold Whisky, Gin , Brandy etc.. The shape makes it difficult to get a good photo. .....................................................................http://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_02_2013/post-6209-0-60940500-1360591439.jpgclick............................ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mervyn Mitton Posted February 11, 2013 Author Share Posted February 11, 2013 ..................................................................http://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_02_2013/post-6209-0-27063600-1360591728.jpgclick............................... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mervyn Mitton Posted February 11, 2013 Author Share Posted February 11, 2013 This is an unusual decanter - around the turn of the 20th Century - it would probably have been one of a set for Spirits. The original owner was the Deputy Governor of Natal - who was honoured to officiate at the naming of a British cruiser - H.M.S. NATAL. .....................................................................http://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_02_2013/post-6209-0-10736900-1360591873.jpgclick................................... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mervyn Mitton Posted February 11, 2013 Author Share Posted February 11, 2013 .........................................................................http://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_02_2013/post-6209-0-82318400-1360592193.jpgclick................................ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter monahan Posted February 12, 2013 Share Posted February 12, 2013 That is one classy piece of glassware! I like the shape, as well as I can make it out. Most of the examples I'm familiar with - which isn't very many - are the standard square 'spirits' type. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kornel R. Posted October 16, 2013 Share Posted October 16, 2013 ..................................................................036.JPGclick............................... isn't this one made by Edward Hall ? please look underneath for any glass engraving best regards Kornel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mervyn Mitton Posted October 17, 2013 Author Share Posted October 17, 2013 Hi - Kornel. Unfortunately the decanter was sold - I don't remember any etching on the base. Your URL is good - you'll become best friends with Robin....... I will post some more decanters -- however, doesn't any one else have some to show ? Mervyn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kornel R. Posted October 17, 2013 Share Posted October 17, 2013 Thank you Mervyn ! Kornel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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