Antique French Thread Glass Claret Jug, 10" Tall, Etain, Bas Relief Lid Mount smoky from 14k to an 18k

from 14k to an 18k French set in beadwork case

It has however lost most of the inner silk or satin lining

you see a signature

more than most of the old ones

Antique French Thread Glass Claret Jug, 10" Tall, Etain, Bas Relief Lid Mount smoky from 14k to an 18kA splendid service or collection piece, fine French 19th century thread glass in large heavy bulbous form and topped with a neo Renaissance decorative white metal pour spout and hinged lid, handle that set it off perfectly. The beauty of the threaded blown glass is enhanced by the perfection of it even after all these years. We'd date to c. 1880s, give or take 10 years. Very good to excellent condition for age and type. Not even a chip on that lower