Drinking glass - Glass - Antique Slingerglass






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Description from the seller
a beautiful handmade moue sling glass from the 17th or 18th century, a splendid example of craftsmanship from a bygone era. This glass is not just a drinking vessel, but a small work of art in which centuries-old artisanal techniques are visible.
There are currently several glasses available with combined shipping.
The decorative swirl pattern is applied entirely by hand: molten glass was spun into graceful threads over the bowl, giving each piece a unique pattern. No two glasses are the same – the light variations in thickness and twist make this glass an exclusive collectible.
In its time, a sling glass was a status symbol, often used on special occasions in wealthier households. It combined functionality with refined aesthetics and still exudes that same elegance. Sometimes subtle colors were added, or the glass was worked with clear glass, allowing light to play through the pattern in a captivating way.
The sling glass technique is related to Venetian traditions such as chevron and filigrana, showing that knowledge and style among glass masters were exchanged across Europe. Today, original 17th- and 18th-century sling glasses are rare and highly sought after by collectors, not only for their beauty but also for their historical value and exceptional craftsmanship.
A special opportunity to add a piece of history and refinement to your collection.
2 chips on the foot.
Seller's Story
a beautiful handmade moue sling glass from the 17th or 18th century, a splendid example of craftsmanship from a bygone era. This glass is not just a drinking vessel, but a small work of art in which centuries-old artisanal techniques are visible.
There are currently several glasses available with combined shipping.
The decorative swirl pattern is applied entirely by hand: molten glass was spun into graceful threads over the bowl, giving each piece a unique pattern. No two glasses are the same – the light variations in thickness and twist make this glass an exclusive collectible.
In its time, a sling glass was a status symbol, often used on special occasions in wealthier households. It combined functionality with refined aesthetics and still exudes that same elegance. Sometimes subtle colors were added, or the glass was worked with clear glass, allowing light to play through the pattern in a captivating way.
The sling glass technique is related to Venetian traditions such as chevron and filigrana, showing that knowledge and style among glass masters were exchanged across Europe. Today, original 17th- and 18th-century sling glasses are rare and highly sought after by collectors, not only for their beauty but also for their historical value and exceptional craftsmanship.
A special opportunity to add a piece of history and refinement to your collection.
2 chips on the foot.
