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🌟RARE Richardson Attr Stourbridge Engraved Water Goblet 4-Rod Twist c1870 - 7 5/8”

A magnificent large Victorian water goblet, attributed to W. H., B. & J. Richardson of Stourbridge and dating to circa 1870–1880.

The finely proportioned bowl is decorated with an exceptionally intricate frosted engraving of interlocking geometric strapwork, polished oval motifs and numerous tiny starbursts. Vertical panel cutting beneath the decoration draws the eye towards the stem and gives the crystal tremendous brilliance.

Its most remarkable feature is the separately applied stem, formed from four solid glass rods skilfully fused and twisted into a rope or cable formation. The rods continue neatly into the underside of the bowl, where they create a small four-petalled rosette when viewed from within.

The broad circular foot is finished with a deeply cut multi-point starburst. The goblet has superb clarity and produces an extraordinarily pure, sonorous ring lasting approximately ten seconds—qualities consistent with fine lead crystal.

The sophisticated geometric engraving, proportions and quality of workmanship compare closely with documented Richardson glass of the period. As the goblet is unmarked, the attribution is offered on stylistic grounds.

A scarce and highly accomplished example of nineteenth-century Stourbridge glassmaking, combining exceptional engraving with an unusually elaborate four-rod twist stem.

The accompanying video captures its exceptionally clear, sonorous bell-like ring, which resonates beautifully and sustains for 8-9 seconds.

MEASUREMENTS:

Height: 7⅝ inches (19.4 cm)

Rim diameter: 3¼ inches (8.3 cm)

Foot diameter: 3⅛ inches (7.9 cm)

CONDITION:

Excellent antique condition, with no chips, cracks or restoration noted. Any minor surface wear is commensurate with age and use. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description.

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Finally, please take a look at my other listings, where you’ll find a constantly changing selection of antique and vintage glass, Asian works of art, cloisonné, silver, bronze, copper, porcelain, horn carvings and many other interesting collectables.

“Quality is remembered long after price is forgotten.” That old saying has guided me throughout my years of collecting, and I hope you’ll find something here that gives you as much pleasure to own as it has given me to discover.

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