Home Tableware & Barware | Mid 20th Century Silverplate & Cut Crystal Wine Ewer/Decanter - CW63663

Stunning, tall wine ewer/decanter with heavy, cut crystal base and elegant silver plated top adorned with a cluster of grapes with an equally ornate handle. No maker's mark. Perfect to elevate the decor of a dining room or bar.

It is claimed that the silver wine ewer was first introduced in the late 17th Century.They were historically used for washing fingers with rose water at the dinner table. A server would hold a basin in front of each dinner guest, while another would use the ewer to pour rose water over the hands of the dinner guest. This was all part of the dining etiquette at this time.In the Georgian era they became water jugs, before gradually taking on a more elaborate purpose – to serve wine.The Victorian versions of the ewer which were crafted for serving wine had small mouths, narrow necks, with a single side scroll handle. Some of them even have lids like this one.Decanting is not merely a whim; it is science. After being aged for several years, wines build up sulfites and a combination of other chemical reactions within them. Decanting allows the wine to breathe, resulting in softer tannins and fewer sediments.

In good condition considering age and history. Zoom in on photos to see any imperfections including tarnish.No chips or cracks.