This is a striking 19th-century hand-blown glass wine bottle, an impressive display piece for any home bar, wine cellar, or library. The bottle features a deeply molded, embossed glass seal on the shoulder and is finished with a period-style paper label. The base exhibits a distinct, rough pontil scar, confirming it was hand-blown using 19th-century methods. This bottle captures the quintessential, moody elegance of a 19th-century Bordeaux cellar artifact. Ideal for collectors of wine ephemera or interior designers looking for authentic "old world" character.
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Age: 19th Century (Hand-blown glass vessel).
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Material: Heavy, dark-tinted bottle glass, original paper label, wax-dipped cork.
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Condition: Excellent, aged condition. The bottle retains an authentic, weathered patina. The label shows expected historical staining, foxing, and wear, contributing to its vintage aesthetic.
Reference
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Book: Antique Bottles: A Collector's Guide
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Author: John C. Tibbitts
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Page: Refer to the section on "Pontil Marks and Dating Techniques" (typically pages 15–20 in standard editions).
As with all museum-quality vintage ephemera and historic cellar glass, this item is sold strictly as-found, as-described, and as-photographed. We maintain a policy of leaving all original surfaces, cellar dust, and historical paper wear completely untouched to preserve maximum investment value for the collector. Please review all high-resolution images carefully to anchor your own final evaluation before buying.
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