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Collection of Glass

Various, c. 1682–1800

Manchester Art Gallery, Manchester

A collection of 24 pieces of glass including: various wine glasses; a toastmaster glass; gin glass; cider glass; various cordial glasses; goblet; an ale or Perry glass; a betrothal glass (circa 1740, given to Lady Fermoy by Queen Mary, wife of George V); bowl and cover; pair of salts; and a Posset Pot (circa 1725 with a ribbed bell bowl and two swan-necked handles and spout). Other items from the collection presented to the Museum and Art Gallery Kelvingrove, Glasgow.

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Title of artwork, date

Collection of Glass, c. 1682–1800

Date supported

2003

Medium and material

Glass

Dimensions

Various

Gifted by

John and Evelyn Barbirolli

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