Set of 6 Antique French Bordeaux Wine Bottles in Ruby-Brown Glass, 19th Century

Set of six antique wine bottles originating from the Bordeaux region of France and dating from the 19th century.

The bottles are made from unusually thick glass with a distinctive deep ruby-red to reddish-brown colour. Where the glass is thicker, particularly towards the base, the colour becomes exceptionally dark, while light reveals rich red, amber and brown tones.

Each bottle has a tall cylindrical body, gently sloping shoulders and a pronounced collar around the neck. The glass shows subtle irregularities and variations in colour, thickness and shape.

No visible mould seams can be found on the bottles, consistent with traditional glassmaking techniques used before fully mechanised bottle production became widespread.

The bottles appear to have never been used and remain in very good antique condition. As expected with antique glass, there are slight differences between the individual bottles as well as minor age-related traces.

An unusual set of French antique bottles, particularly decorative when displayed together or positioned where natural light can highlight the deep colour of the glass.

Origin: Bordeaux region, France
Period: 19th century
Material: Thick glass
Colour: Deep ruby-red / reddish brown
Condition: Very good antique condition with minor variations and age-related traces
Quantity: Set of 6 – price is for the complete set

Dimensions per bottle

Height:  31 cm
Diameter:  7.5 cm