Rare Fish Globe. Blown Glass From The 18th Century

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Object description :

"Rare Fish Globe. Blown Glass From The 18th Century"

Fish globe in colorless, blown, translucent glass. Beautiful spherical shape resting on a baluster foot finished with a wide circular base surrounded by a molding. Jacqueline Belanger notes in her book: Verre d'usage et de prestige – France 1500-1800: "The term aquarium appeared in the 19th century when it became fashionable in all social classes; earlier, the term "fish globes" was used. And again: "The La Pierre glassworks, near Coudrecieux in the Sarthe department, manufactured fish globes in 1804."

Price: 780 €

Period: 18th century
Style: Louis 16th, Directory
Condition: Perfect condition

Material: Glass
Diameter: 28 cm
Height: 29 cm

Reference: 1529733
Availability: In stock