Tall 17.5" Glass Dome & Ebonised Wooden Base For Taxidermy or Displays ANTIQUE

Large 12* Glass Dome & Ebonised Wooden Base - For Taxidermy or Displays ANTIQUE

This is an antique bell bottom display dome and wooden base dating from around the beginning of the 1900's. The limitations of the Victorian glass making methods are perfectly demonstrated by the various bubbles and other small imperfections at the bottom of the rim. This originality makes a piece like this desirable and sought after. The original turned wooden base is ebonised and features three period correct feet.

In their day they were mainly used for taxidermy presentations, but the domes have become very popular in modern times for displaying treasures and trinkets large and small. Made in a tall and slender shape this will make for an elegant design in any room. The diameter of the wooden base will give around 17cm of display space. Objects with a centre height of 42cm (approx.) will fit inside the glass dome, but do take into consideration the curvature at the top of the dome (8-9cm approx.). All this space will make this beautiful antique glass dome ideal for displaying a wide range of objects new or old. 

This antique is in lovely condition and the glass dome is bright and clean. The glass has no cracks, a small piece of the inner surface of the rim is missing. However, this will be almost hidden from view when the dome is placed inside the groove of the wooden base. The wooden base is slightly bowed, showing wear consummate with age. This lovely surface is protected with a clear wax, lightly applied. Ready to be added to all types of homes, interiors and/or decors. 

Unfortunately due to the fragile nature of this product, we are not able to pack and ship with our standard postal/courier service. Before purchasing please contact us to obtain a quote for home delivery by a trusted specialist courier. Alternatively you are welcome to collect your purchase from our premises in Ipswich, Suffolk.

Product summary

• Place Of Origin: United Kingdom
  
• Material: Glass & Wood
• Manufacturer Marks & Inscriptions: No
• Period: 1900's
• Provenance: No
• Item Size: Total Height 48.5cm (19 inches) x Diameter, Widest Point Wooden Base 22cm (8.5 inches) approx.
• Item Size Glass Dome: Height 44.5cm (17.5 inches), Width Base 18.5cm (7.25 inches) approx.

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