Glass Display Dome c.19th century

Origin: English
Period: 1837-1860
 
H: 17.3in. (44 cm)
W: 24 cm (9.4 inch)
D: 24 cm (9.4 inch)
Dome height without base 41cm
 
This is a fine, larger proportioned display dome for exhibiting taxidermy specimen.
 
Hand- blown glass display dome on a turned and ebonised, raised circular base with desirable gently rolled edge and a trio of bun feet. Beautiful period cursive writing by the owner to the underside of the base. 
 
Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order, the glass is clear with no damage.
 
 
NB: Dome does not include the object inside.
 
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