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Extremely Rare French 17th Century Brandy Bottle

$1,750
£1,322.78
€1,520.11
CA$2,436.86
A$2,710.91
CHF 1,421.09
MX$33,126.68
NOK 18,095.86
SEK 17,034.75
DKK 11,347.07
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Extremely Rare French 17th Century Brandy Bottle. Hand-blown with an extraordinary effervescent patina. Found on a shipwreck in the English Channel. Made in France circa 1650. An extraordinary and evocative artifact, this 17th-century French brandy bottle was recovered from a shipwreck in the English Channel and dates to circa 1650. Hand-blown from deep olive green glass, its compact, bulbous form and short neck reflect early French glassblowing techniques specific to utilitarian export vessels of the mid-17th century. Time and submersion have gifted the bottle with a stunning, naturally formed iridescent patina- an effect caused by centuries of mineral interaction with the sea, producing a shimmering surface of blues, violets, and silvery greens. The base exhibits a pronounced pontil mark and an applied ring at the neck, typical of the period's bottle-making style. A rare maritime survivor, this bottle not only offers a glimpse into the global trade and craftsmanship of 17th-century France but also presents as a sculptural object of natural beauty. Suitable for collectors of nautical artifacts, early glass, and museum-grade historical relics!
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.75 in (17.15 cm)Diameter: 5.75 in (14.61 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1650
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. Excellent for age and provenance, with weathered surface and encrustation consistent with marine burial. Iridescence is stable and visually striking.
  • Seller Location:
    Middleburg, VA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 65251stDibs: LU872644673582

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