This is a remarkable set of ten hand-blown English crystal champagne flutes, made in the early 19th century, circa 1820, each standing an impressive 8.5 inches tall—an exceptional height for the period and for this refined form.
They are crafted of clear English flint glass, the prized material perfected in Georgian England for its unmatched brilliance and clarity, designed to imitate the pure sparkle of rock crystal.
The clarity of the glass, together with its satisfying weight, exemplifies the very qualities that made flint glass the standard for luxury tableware in the early 1800s.
Each glass was individually blown and features a graceful, funnel-shaped bowl that tapers elegantly to a slender, tubular stem, rising from a wide, circular foot.
The form is beautifully balanced, the extended profile giving the flutes a sense of quiet grandeur and poise.
When held to the light, the faint optical rippling within the glass reveals the subtle variations of freehand craftsmanship, each piece slightly unique in proportion and movement.
The feet retain the original pontil scars, clear evidence of their hand-blown creation and a mark of authenticity cherished by collectors.
Despite their age, the glasses remain in excellent condition.
They ring with a bright tone when touched—a hallmark of fine flint glass—and their thin rims and narrow bowls still serve their original purpose superbly, preserving the effervescence of champagne with elegance and restraint.
In hand, they feel both substantial and refined, evoking the tactile pleasure and visual purity of English glassmaking at its height during the Georgian era.
Whether raised in a toast or displayed as part of a fine collection, this rare set of tall flutes captures the enduring artistry of early 19th-century English glass.
Dimensions: 8.5 inches tall x 3.75 inches in diameter at base and rim
Condition: Excellent
Price: $1,600
Material: Clear hand-blown English flint glass
Style: Georgian
Origin: England
Date: Early 19th century
Notable Details:
Set of ten large early 19th-century champagne flutes
Clear flint glass with brilliant clarity and subtle weight
Hand-blown with elegant funnel bowls and slender tubular stems
Visible pontil scars attesting to traditional freehand craftsmanship
Rare and impressive 8.5-inch height for the form and period
An exemplary example of Georgian English glassmaking artistry