Glassware Collection

Interior of Probus School, Cornwall. Probably early 1900s
A view of the science laboratory of Probus School which was founded for the middle classes of Cornwall in 1852. The photograph shows work benches, stools and science equipment

Wisteria table lamp, c. 1910 (leaded glass & bronze)
957232 Wisteria table lamp, c.1910 (leaded glass & bronze) by Tiffany Studios (1902-32); 68.5x46.3 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright

Deathly Diners
Six skeletons smoking around the dinner table, circa 1865. (Photo by London Stereoscopic Company/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Bloodletting
Circa 1624, A doctor applies leeches to the back of a female patient as a means of letting blood. Original Publication: From a Dutch print. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Portrait of a bartender holding a drink

Glass Perfume Bottle
A swinging scent spray: A scent spray which swings on a pivot is a useful and decorative novelty and an ideal last minute Christmas present. Date: 1936

Cocktail sticks, 1920-30 (glass)
3084393 Cocktail sticks, 1920-30 (glass) by European School (20th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; (add.info.: six cocktail sticks)

Still Life with Chinese Dish. Rummer, Knife, Bread and Fruit, 1650. Creator: Jan Jansz van de Velde
Still Life with Chinese Dish. Rummer, Knife, Bread and Fruit, 1650.

Still Life with Glass of Wine, pewter Jug and other Objects, c1640s. Creator: Jan Jansz Treck
Still Life with Glass of Wine, pewter Jug and other Objects, c1640s.

Bottle, c1820-50. Creator: Unknown
Bottle, c1820-50.

Tumbler, c1780-c1820. Creator: Unknown
Tumbler, c1780-c1820.

Cordial Bottle, c1775-1810. Creator: Unknown
Cordial Bottle, c1775-1810.

Tumbler, c1775-1825. Creator: Unknown
Tumbler, c1775-1825.

Cordial Bottle, c1775-1810. Creator: Unknown
Cordial Bottle, c1775-1810.

Footed Punch Bowl, c1835-55. Creator: Pobably New England Glass Works, American (1818-1888)
Footed Punch Bowl, c1835-55.

Pair Of Candlesticks, c1775-80. Creator: James Giles
Pair Of Candlesticks, c1775-80.

Decanter And Stopper, c1826-40. Creator: Boston and Sandwich Glass Company
Decanter And Stopper, c1826-40.

Vase, c1845-65. Creator: Boston and Sandwich Glass Company
Vase, c1845-65.

Pocket Bottle, c1810-45. Creator: Unknown
Pocket Bottle, c1810-45.

Cream Pitcher, c1815-25. Creator: Unknown
Cream Pitcher, c1815-25.

Toy Iron, . Creator: Unknown
Toy Iron, .

Pair Of Vases, c1907. Creator: Unknown
Pair Of Vases, c1907.

Assembled Flagon And Stopper, c1900-50. Creator: Unknown
Assembled Flagon And Stopper, c1900-50.

Decanter And Stopper, c1850-75. Creator: Unknown
Decanter And Stopper, c1850-75.

Bowl And Cover, c1850-60. Creator: Unknown
Bowl And Cover, c1850-60.

Carafe, c1850-1900. Creator: Unknown
Carafe, c1850-1900.

Pair Of Lamps, c1835-50. Creator: Unknown
Pair Of Lamps, c1835-50.

Bottle, c1790-1830. Creator: Unknown
Bottle, c1790-1830.

Cologne Bottle Or Cruet, c1820-40. Creator: Unknown
Cologne Bottle Or Cruet, c1820-40.

Jug, c1810-50. Creator: Unknown
Jug, c1810-50.

Pocket Bottle, c1800-30. Creator: Unknown
Pocket Bottle, c1800-30.

Compote, c1907. Creator: H. C. Fry Glass Company
Compote, c1907.

Cameo Vase, c1900-15. Creator: Emile Gallé
Cameo Vase, c1900-15.

Cameo Vase, c1900-1915. Creator: Emile Gallé
Cameo Vase, c1900-1915.

Cameo Vase, c1900-15. Creator: Emile Gallé
Cameo Vase, c1900-15.

The Shakspeare Commemoration: banquet in the pavilion, Stratford-on-Avon...Earl of Carlisle..., 1864 Creator: Unknown
The Shakspeare Commemoration: banquet in the pavilion at Stratford-on-Avon...the Earl of Carlisle proposing "The Memory of Shakespeare", 1864

A Still Life Moment
Uma Gokhale

Bottle with Union soldier's prison ration of grits
3029045 Bottle with Union soldier's prison ration of grits.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Bottle with Union soldier's prison ration of grits. From Florence, Georgia); © Don Troiani

Glass bottle of Scottish snuff, early nineteenth Century
3031909 Glass bottle of Scottish snuff, early nineteenth Century; Private Collection; (add.info.: Glass bottle of Scottish snuff, early nineteenth Century); © Don Troiani

Crystal toppings and dishes. Lithograph from a catalog of metal products manufactured by Wuerttemberg Metalware
FLO4732271 Crystal toppings and dishes. Lithograph from a catalog of metal products manufactured by Wuerttemberg Metalware Factory, Geislingen, Germany

A collection of 19th century glass bells (glass)
1765132 A collection of 19th century glass bells (glass); Private Collection; (add.info.: A collection of 19th century glass bells.); Photo © Christie's Images

A glass virginal from Austria
3507391 A glass virginal from Austria; (add.info.: A glass virginal, an early spinet with the strings parallel to the keyboard, typically rectangular, from Austria)

A glass virginal from Austria
3507390 A glass virginal from Austria; (add.info.: A glass virginal, an early spinet with the strings parallel to the keyboard, typically rectangular, from Austria)

Baron Von Steuben's camp liquor chest
3032494 Baron Von Steuben's camp liquor chest; Fraunces Tavern Museum, New York, USA; (add.info.: Baron Von Steuben's camp liquor chest with bottles and glasses.); © Don Troiani

Traveling chest with liquor bottles
3032389 Traveling chest with liquor bottles; Private Collection; (add.info.: American Revolution, Traveling chest with 4 square green blown glass liquor bottles); © Don Troiani

US Hospital Department green glass medicine bottle
3028536 US Hospital Department green glass medicine bottle; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War, US Hospital Department green glass medicine bottle); © Don Troiani

Glass bottle from the Pittsburgh Sanitary Committee
3028295 Glass bottle from the Pittsburgh Sanitary Committee; Private Collection; (add.info.: Glass bottle from the Pittsburgh Sanitary Committee); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

Enamelled glasses by Bielby of Newcastle-on-Tyne
3520764 Enamelled glasses by Bielby of Newcastle-on-Tyne; (add.info.: Enamelled glasses by Bielby of Newcastle-on-Tyne. Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

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Step into the enchanting world of glassware, where history and elegance intertwine. Journey back to the early 1900s as you explore the interior of Probus School in Cornwall, a time capsule frozen in time. Marvel at the exquisite craftsmanship of a Wisteria table lamp from around 1910, crafted with leaded glass and bronze, casting a soft glow that transports you to another era. But beware. Not all is as it seems in this captivating realm. Enter "Deathly Diners, " an intriguing tale where glassware takes center stage. Uncover the secrets hidden within each delicate piece as they become instruments of mystery and intrigue. From bloodletting rituals to poison-laced drinks, these vessels hold stories that will send shivers down your spine. Yet not all tales are dark and foreboding. Discover the allure of a dainty glass perfume bottle, exuding fragrant whispers of romance and femininity. A portrait captures a bartender's confident grip on his drink, showcasing how even simple glasses can embody sophistication and charm. As we journey further through time aboard iconic ships like RMS Queen Mary and QE2, we encounter crackle glass carafes adorned with plaques or presentation whisky flagons accompanied by six elegant glasses – symbols of luxury enjoyed by those who traversed vast oceans. Delve into the Captain John Treasure Jones Archive for glimpses into his treasured collection – two goblets standing proud amidst countless other pieces that have witnessed centuries pass by their translucent surfaces. Fast forward to 1954 when an array of decorative glassware dazzles our senses with its vibrant colors and intricate designs. Each piece tells its own story – capturing moments frozen forever in sparkling beauty. Glassware holds more than just liquid; it encapsulates memories, emotions, and fragments of lives lived long ago. It invites us to appreciate artistry while connecting us across generations through shared experiences etched upon fragile surfaces.