Elkington & Co. Gilded Silver and Cranberry Glass Decanters

Elkington & Co. Gilded Silver and Cranberry Glass Decanters

  • This pair of Victorian-era cut cranberry glass jugs by Elkington & Co. are mounted with gilt silver
  • The gilt silver grapevine motif is intricately crafted, complete with broad leaves, vines and grapes
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Item No. 31-4715
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This pair of stunning cut cranberry glass jugs are mounted with gilt silver by Elkington & Co. in a grapevine motif, indicating their intended use as wine decanters. The vibrant red glass vessels feature deep, precise cutting of fine caliber while the silverwork is intricately crafted, complete with broad leaves, vines and bunches of grapes applied to the body and lid. This magnificent, rich red color is achieved with the addition of precious gold in the molten glass, meaning cranberry glass items such as this were costly and produced in small quantities compared to clear glass objects.

Hallmarked Birmingham, 1891

Each 5 1/2" diameter x 11 1/4" high
Elkington & Co. Gilded Silver and Cranberry Glass Decanters
Period: 19th Century
Origin: England
Type: Decanters/Dispensers
Depth: 5.5 Inches
Width: 5.5 Inches
Height: 11.25 Inches
Elkington & Co. Gilded Silver and Cranberry Glass Decanters
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