This cobalt blue Bristol rummer is a bold and elegant example of 19th-century English glassware, crafted in or around Bristol. Rummers—large, stemmed drinking glasses typically used for wine, punch, or ale—were known for their generous proportions and sturdy yet refined design.
This example, made from deep cobalt blue glass, stands out for its rich, saturated color—a hallmark of Bristol glassmakers, who often used metal oxides to achieve vibrant hues. It features a broad, trumpet shaped bowl set atop a short, solid stem and a thick, circular foot for stability.
