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Antique French Demijohn, 1stdibs New York

$425
£315.94
€369.86
CA$594.35
A$663.66
CHF 346.18
MX$8,160.64
NOK 4,369.24
SEK 4,113.48
DKK 2,759.17
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About the Item

Absolutely a beautiful and unusual shape demijohn or carboy. The name carboy originates from the Persian word; qarabah. Demijohn's come from the French for, dame-jeanne, or Lady Jane and comes from around 1700 and refers to any glass bottle, with a large body, capable of holding from 5 and 16 gallons of liquid and a small neck.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Diameter: 6 in (15.24 cm)
  • Style:
    Country (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. in as found condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: J2064G1stDibs: LU824314172012

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