Technical Description
A superb pair of 19th century apple green wine glasses. They have slice cut round funnel bowls, the slice cuts continuing down through the large shoulder knops and stems. Made by Richardson and Sons in Stourbridge England.
Date & Origin
England, c1840. Period of Victoria
Condition
Excellent, age-related wear as shown.
Dimensions
Height: 12.2cm
Bowl diameter: 6.5cm
Foot diameter: 7cm.
Historical Context
In 1840, Wagon Trains start the journey to California, Covered Wagon Trains took immigrants on a journey from Missouri River towns to what is now the state of California. The trip was about 2,000 miles and each night the Covered Wagon Train would form a circle for shelter from wind and extreme weather.