Ginger jar - Crystal
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Ginger pot with lid, made of hand-cut crystal from Europe, dating to circa 1830, measuring 31 cm high by 12.5 cm wide and 12.5 cm deep, and weighing 1.6 kg in good condition with light signs of age.
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Hand-cut crystal ginger pot – Europe, ca. 1830
An exceptionally refined crystal ginger pot, made from hand-cut crystal, dating from around 1830 and originating from Europe. This object stands out for its very high-quality polishing work and classic, balanced design.
The crystal is richly adorned with deeply cut geometric patterns and facets, which break the light in an impressive way and create a powerful sparkle. The precision and depth of the cutting testify to great craftsmanship and place this piece within the higher quality of 19th-century crystal.
Such ginger pots were used in their time for storing valuables or delicacies and formed a status symbol within well-to-do households. Today they are primarily valued as collectibles and decorative showpieces.
A special and stylish object that, due to its quality and appearance, deserves a prominent place within a collection of antique crystal.
Overview
Item: ginger pot with lid
Material: hand-cut crystal
Origin: Europe
Period: ca. 1830
Features: very high-quality and deeply cut work
Condition: signs of use appropriate to age
Dimensions and weight
Length: 12.5 cm
Width: 12.5 cm
Height: 31 cm
Weight: 1600 grams
The photos are part of the lot description. The item will be well packed and insured for shipping.
Seller's Story
Welcome! As a family business, we have been specialized in finding and selling rare and special objects for over 30 years. With a lot of passion and dedication we search city and country for the most prestigious items for our customers. We are proud of our collection and enjoy the unique history and beauty of each object. Feel free to take a look at all our items and discover the treasures!
Translated by Google TranslateHand-cut crystal ginger pot – Europe, ca. 1830
An exceptionally refined crystal ginger pot, made from hand-cut crystal, dating from around 1830 and originating from Europe. This object stands out for its very high-quality polishing work and classic, balanced design.
The crystal is richly adorned with deeply cut geometric patterns and facets, which break the light in an impressive way and create a powerful sparkle. The precision and depth of the cutting testify to great craftsmanship and place this piece within the higher quality of 19th-century crystal.
Such ginger pots were used in their time for storing valuables or delicacies and formed a status symbol within well-to-do households. Today they are primarily valued as collectibles and decorative showpieces.
A special and stylish object that, due to its quality and appearance, deserves a prominent place within a collection of antique crystal.
Overview
Item: ginger pot with lid
Material: hand-cut crystal
Origin: Europe
Period: ca. 1830
Features: very high-quality and deeply cut work
Condition: signs of use appropriate to age
Dimensions and weight
Length: 12.5 cm
Width: 12.5 cm
Height: 31 cm
Weight: 1600 grams
The photos are part of the lot description. The item will be well packed and insured for shipping.
Seller's Story
Welcome! As a family business, we have been specialized in finding and selling rare and special objects for over 30 years. With a lot of passion and dedication we search city and country for the most prestigious items for our customers. We are proud of our collection and enjoy the unique history and beauty of each object. Feel free to take a look at all our items and discover the treasures!
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Era
1400-1900
Weight
1600 g
Country of origin
Europe
Material
Crystal
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
31 cm
Width
12.5 cm
Depth
12.5 cm
Estimated period
1800-1850
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