On offer is a charming and authentic 19th-century hand-blown Victorian glass tankard, featuring fine engraving, deep cutting, and classic craftsmanship. This is a true period piece, beautifully preserved with subtle signs of age that speak to its heritage.

Hand-crafted during the Victorian era (circa mid-to-late 1800s), the tankard stands approximately 5.5 inches tall and boasts a distinctive applied handle, showcasing the traditional glassmaking methods of the period. The body is decorated with engraved fern-like foliage and floral motifs, complemented by expertly executed panel cuts to the lower half of the tankard. These tactile features give the glass both visual elegance and historical depth.

The underside of the base features a large, polished-out pontil scar, a hallmark of early hand-blown glass production. There is visible honest wear to the base, consistent with age and use, further affirming its authenticity.

📌 Key Features: ✅ Original 19th-century Victorian glass tankard
✅ Hand-blown with large polished pontil base
✅ Applied handle – thick, robust and true to period
✅ Deep panel cutting and fine hand-engraved foliage decoration
✅ Excellent historical wear to base – a genuine antique
✅ Approx. height: 5.5 inches
✅ Minor flaw: small chip or bruise to rim – visible in images and reflected in price
✅ Elegant form and wonderful presence – ideal for display or gentle use

🔎 Craftsmanship Notes:
This glass tankard is an outstanding representation of mid-19th-century British glasswork. The applied handle and cut decoration point to the transitional period between Georgian and later Victorian design styles. Tankards of this nature were often produced in small workshops by skilled artisans using the free-blown method, where every piece was slightly unique.

🎯 Perfect For: ✔️ Collectors of Victorian and Georgian glassware
✔️ Antiques dealers and decorators
✔️ Enthusiasts of hand-blown and engraved glass
✔️ Period-authentic props or heritage displays
✔️ A refined and character-rich gift for glass lovers

📦 Shipping Information:
We offer worldwide shipping. Rates vary depending on your location and preferred service option. You’ll see the exact postage cost before final confirmation—no unexpected charges. Every item is packed with the utmost care to ensure safe delivery.

💎 A wonderfully preserved and beautifully decorated example of 19th-century craftsmanship. With its hand-blown form, engraved floral details, and authentic period character, this Victorian tankard is a rare find and a standout addition to any antique glassware collection.

Secure this historical treasure today—pieces of this kind are becoming increasingly scarce.

stock code 130425