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Lot 3023
Rare Large Jacobite Glass Goblet
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Circa 1750, clear blown glass with large cup featuring engraved flower and moth design, fine double spiral air-twist stem, conical foot, cut pontil.

8 x 4.5 in. diameter

The Estate of the late Dr. Larry Southworth, Fredericksburg, Virginia

Acquired Malcom Magruder Antiques, Millwood, Virginia

"Jacobite" refers to sympathizers of King James II who was overthrown in 1688 due to his self empowerment as well as that of Catholicism. These subtle symbols allowed one to show their political alliance without being imprisoned or persecuted. Jacobite symbolisms includes the rose which is the main emblem of the Jacobites; two buds which represent James' sons; an open bud which represents Prince Charles Edward Stuart, otherwise known as Bonnie Prince Charlie.

Overall good condition; scratch to underside of bowl.