19th C. Hand Cut Glass Scotch Whiskey Barrel Dispenser Decanter, Anglo-Irish

Description

A very impressive large whiskey decanter
Most likely a countertop dispenser for a bar or pub
Hand cut crystal glass … more A very impressive large whiskey decanter
Most likely a countertop dispenser for a bar or pub
Hand cut crystal glass of highest quality
Roundlets pattern at the top rim, wide strawberry diamond pattern band under it with lines going down and fluted base
Deeply cut and gilt label Scotch Whiskey
Spout at the bottom
Circa 1800's, American
Measurements: Approx. 13" tall with the lid, 11.5" without it, 8 " widest diameter
Weighs about 6 lbs. 6 oz.
Condition: Good overall. Please see photos. There is a large chip on the spout, as pictured. The lid is make-do, not original, not crystal and it has a chip on the inner rim, altogether consistent with the great age and the use. Marvelous display nevertheless. less