Glassware, Barrel shaped glass with thread ribs, c. 1300-1400

Typical example of Italian influenced glass produced all over Europe during the 14th and 15th cent. Many examples of this type exist in museum collections such as Inv. Nr. 26 098 in the Westbohmisches Museum Pilsen and Inv. Nr. 85:1 / 11 524 Braunschweigisches Landesmuseum. GA glass with thread ribs appears in the center front of the Portinari Altarpiece (Hugo Van der Goes, Uffizi, Florence, c.1475-76)

Barrel shape with widely flared lip in pale green glass. Applied prunts are drawn down on body in a 'drip' shape.

Height: 4.75"
Diameter at rim: 3.75"
Approximate capacity: 10 oz.

Hand made in Belgium by Le Verre Historique. Please note that due to the handcrafted nature of this item, dimensions & capacity are approximate and will vary slightly from piece to piece.