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Regency Blue John Goblet
Regency Blue John Goblet
Early 19th Century
Carved from Blue John, the rare English fluorspar found exclusively in Derbyshire, this impressive Regency-period goblet exemplifies the ultimate prestige associated with the stone during the early nineteenth century. Blue John has been valued since Roman Britain; yet, objects of this scale are exceptional rarities, particularly those intended as functional vessels rather than purely ornamental works.
The goblet’s generously proportioned bowl showcases the stone’s celebrated banding in tones of violet, amber and honey, naturally layered to striking effect. A fluted lower cup descends into a finely turned baluster stem and spreading foot, each element carefully polished to enhance the depth and translucence of the material.
During the Regency period, Blue John was reserved for elite interiors and costly tablewares, as large, workable blocks were increasingly scarce and difficult to extract. Drinking goblets of this magnitude required both substantial raw material and advanced lapidary skill, making surviving examples rare testaments to Britain’s hardstone tradition.
11 3/4“ high x 5 3/4“ wide x 5 3/4“ deep
Early 19th Century
Carved from Blue John, the rare English fluorspar found exclusively in Derbyshire, this impressive Regency-period goblet exemplifies the ultimate prestige associated with the stone during the early nineteenth century. Blue John has been valued since Roman Britain; yet, objects of this scale are exceptional rarities, particularly those intended as functional vessels rather than purely ornamental works.
The goblet’s generously proportioned bowl showcases the stone’s celebrated banding in tones of violet, amber and honey, naturally layered to striking effect. A fluted lower cup descends into a finely turned baluster stem and spreading foot, each element carefully polished to enhance the depth and translucence of the material.
During the Regency period, Blue John was reserved for elite interiors and costly tablewares, as large, workable blocks were increasingly scarce and difficult to extract. Drinking goblets of this magnitude required both substantial raw material and advanced lapidary skill, making surviving examples rare testaments to Britain’s hardstone tradition.
11 3/4“ high x 5 3/4“ wide x 5 3/4“ deep
Regency Blue John Goblet
Early 19th Century
Carved from Blue John, the rare English fluorspar found exclusively in Derbyshire, this impressive Regency-period goblet exemplifies the ultimate prestige associated with the stone during the early nineteenth century. Blue John has been valued since Roman Britain; yet, objects of this scale are exceptional rarities, particularly those intended as functional vessels rather than purely ornamental works.
The goblet’s generously proportioned bowl showcases the stone’s celebrated banding in tones of violet, amber and honey, naturally layered to striking effect. A fluted lower cup descends into a finely turned baluster stem and spreading foot, each element carefully polished to enhance the depth and translucence of the material.
During the Regency period, Blue John was reserved for elite interiors and costly tablewares, as large, workable blocks were increasingly scarce and difficult to extract. Drinking goblets of this magnitude required both substantial raw material and advanced lapidary skill, making surviving examples rare testaments to Britain’s hardstone tradition.
11 3/4“ high x 5 3/4“ wide x 5 3/4“ deep
Early 19th Century
Carved from Blue John, the rare English fluorspar found exclusively in Derbyshire, this impressive Regency-period goblet exemplifies the ultimate prestige associated with the stone during the early nineteenth century. Blue John has been valued since Roman Britain; yet, objects of this scale are exceptional rarities, particularly those intended as functional vessels rather than purely ornamental works.
The goblet’s generously proportioned bowl showcases the stone’s celebrated banding in tones of violet, amber and honey, naturally layered to striking effect. A fluted lower cup descends into a finely turned baluster stem and spreading foot, each element carefully polished to enhance the depth and translucence of the material.
During the Regency period, Blue John was reserved for elite interiors and costly tablewares, as large, workable blocks were increasingly scarce and difficult to extract. Drinking goblets of this magnitude required both substantial raw material and advanced lapidary skill, making surviving examples rare testaments to Britain’s hardstone tradition.
11 3/4“ high x 5 3/4“ wide x 5 3/4“ deep
$15,575.00
Original: $44,500.00
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$44,500.00
$15,575.00Description
Regency Blue John Goblet
Early 19th Century
Carved from Blue John, the rare English fluorspar found exclusively in Derbyshire, this impressive Regency-period goblet exemplifies the ultimate prestige associated with the stone during the early nineteenth century. Blue John has been valued since Roman Britain; yet, objects of this scale are exceptional rarities, particularly those intended as functional vessels rather than purely ornamental works.
The goblet’s generously proportioned bowl showcases the stone’s celebrated banding in tones of violet, amber and honey, naturally layered to striking effect. A fluted lower cup descends into a finely turned baluster stem and spreading foot, each element carefully polished to enhance the depth and translucence of the material.
During the Regency period, Blue John was reserved for elite interiors and costly tablewares, as large, workable blocks were increasingly scarce and difficult to extract. Drinking goblets of this magnitude required both substantial raw material and advanced lapidary skill, making surviving examples rare testaments to Britain’s hardstone tradition.
11 3/4“ high x 5 3/4“ wide x 5 3/4“ deep
Early 19th Century
Carved from Blue John, the rare English fluorspar found exclusively in Derbyshire, this impressive Regency-period goblet exemplifies the ultimate prestige associated with the stone during the early nineteenth century. Blue John has been valued since Roman Britain; yet, objects of this scale are exceptional rarities, particularly those intended as functional vessels rather than purely ornamental works.
The goblet’s generously proportioned bowl showcases the stone’s celebrated banding in tones of violet, amber and honey, naturally layered to striking effect. A fluted lower cup descends into a finely turned baluster stem and spreading foot, each element carefully polished to enhance the depth and translucence of the material.
During the Regency period, Blue John was reserved for elite interiors and costly tablewares, as large, workable blocks were increasingly scarce and difficult to extract. Drinking goblets of this magnitude required both substantial raw material and advanced lapidary skill, making surviving examples rare testaments to Britain’s hardstone tradition.
11 3/4“ high x 5 3/4“ wide x 5 3/4“ deep
