set-of-eight-regency-cut-glass-wine-rinsers
Lot 5004
Set of Eight Regency Cut Glass Wine Rinsers
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
English, early 19th century, each with engraved grape vine decoration and paneled cut bases.

4 in.

Collection of Charles E. and Jane B. Wehland of Howard County, Maryland and Raleigh, NC

The wine rinser was commonly used for fine dining in the late 18th and early 19th century. A table would receive one rinser per setting and the guest's wine glass would be washed between courses by resting the stem on the curled rim and spinning the glass in the water.

Good estate condition.