Champagne flute

Date1825-1840

MediumLead glass

DimensionsOH: 7"; Rim diam: 2 3/16"; Foot diam: 2 15/16"

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number2008-57

DescriptionColorless lead glass, blown and cut. Conical bowl with fire-polished rim, resting on collar, button stem, round foot, polished pontil, the lower portion of the bowl is cut with seven flutes.
ProvenanceDating of object shows it was owned by Governor Littleton Waller Tazewell (1774-1860)

Descended through the family to previous owners Mr. Pete and Mrs. Jane Wittemore, Virginia Beach, VA

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