Bidspirit auction | A 19th Century Cut-Glass Decanter

A 19th Century Cut-Glass Decanter with Silver Lid and Handle. Circa 1890. Colourless glass body cut with sharp design. Hinged lid and handle in the form of a mythical sea creature, with a thumb-piece shaped as a fin. Gilded interior. Possibly Russian, imported to Europe with a French tax hallmark in spherical form on a fin. 23cm height, 7.3cm diameter base. 533g weight. Winning bidder advised to collect from Cadmore HQ or arrange a courier.