English Brass Baluster Tankard | George II Period | Circa 1727–1760

Provenance & Ownership History
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Offered by Waddington’s Auctioneers & Appraisers, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, in its Cabinet of Curiosities auction on November 1, 2018, as Lot 274. The piece subsequently entered a private collection in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

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18th-century George II brass baulster tankard from England, circa 1727–1760. Cylindrical body with single handle, lidless design, and natural patina. Classic Georgian drinkware reflecting everyday use in taverns and homes, combining practicality and period craftsmanship.
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Antique George II brass tankard circa 1727–1760 showing its hand-crafted form, aged brass surface, and historic character.
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  • 18th-century George II brass baulster tankard from England, circa 1727–1760. Cylindrical body with single handle, lidless design, and natural patina. Classic Georgian drinkware reflecting everyday use in taverns and homes, combining practicality and period craftsmanship.
  • Rotating 360-degree presentation of an 18th-century George II English brass baluster tankard, showing its handle, flared rim, footed base, and aged patina.
  • 18th-century English George II brass baluster tankard, circa 1727–1760, with aged golden patina and single handle.
  • Antique Georgian brass tankard from England featuring a classic baluster-shaped body and sturdy curved handle.
  • George II period brass drinking tankard with rounded baluster form, flared rim, and naturally aged surface patina.
  • English 18th-century brass ale tankard showing traditional Georgian craftsmanship, cylindrical body, and decorative footed base.
  • Historic George II brass tankard with open top, flared rim, curved handle, and warm antique golden finish.
  • Antique George II brass tankard circa 1727–1760 showing its hand-crafted form, aged brass surface, and historic character.
  • Georgian brass baluster tankard from England with decorative stepped foot, broad body, and traditional handle design.
  • Antique English brass drinking vessel from the Georgian era with baluster body and centuries-old surface wear.
  • 18th-century brass ale tankard displaying its curved handle, rounded body, and characteristic Georgian period construction.
  • George II English brass tankard showing the aged interior, flared mouth, and natural patina developed over centuries.
  • Underside of an 18th-century English brass tankard showing the circular foot and aged base with historic surface wear.
18th-century George II brass baulster tankard from England, circa 1727–1760. Cylindrical body with single handle, lidless design, and natural patina. Classic Georgian drinkware reflecting everyday use in taverns and homes, combining practicality and period craftsmanship.
Rotating 360-degree presentation of an 18th-century George II English brass baluster tankard, showing its handle, flared rim, footed base, and aged patina.
18th-century English George II brass baluster tankard, circa 1727–1760, with aged golden patina and single handle.
Antique Georgian brass tankard from England featuring a classic baluster-shaped body and sturdy curved handle.
George II period brass drinking tankard with rounded baluster form, flared rim, and naturally aged surface patina.
English 18th-century brass ale tankard showing traditional Georgian craftsmanship, cylindrical body, and decorative footed base.
Historic George II brass tankard with open top, flared rim, curved handle, and warm antique golden finish.
Antique George II brass tankard circa 1727–1760 showing its hand-crafted form, aged brass surface, and historic character.
Georgian brass baluster tankard from England with decorative stepped foot, broad body, and traditional handle design.
Antique English brass drinking vessel from the Georgian era with baluster body and centuries-old surface wear.
18th-century brass ale tankard displaying its curved handle, rounded body, and characteristic Georgian period construction.
George II English brass tankard showing the aged interior, flared mouth, and natural patina developed over centuries.
Underside of an 18th-century English brass tankard showing the circular foot and aged base with historic surface wear.
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English Brass Baluster Tankard | George II Period | Circa 1727–1760

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Historical Context & Origin

Region: England
Material: Brass
Period: Reign of George II, 18th century (1727–1760)

Description

This George II brass baluster tankard is a charming example of 18th-century English drinkware, reflecting both the craftsmanship and social traditions of Georgian England. With its cylindrical form, baluster body, and single handle, the design is both utilitarian and decorative. The absence of a hinged lid suggests it was intended for daily use, likely in taverns, inns, or private homes, where ale and beer were central to social life. Its warm golden brass tone and simple elegance reflect the balance of practicality and refinement in period craftsmanship.

Features

- Classic baluster-shaped body with rounded cylindrical form

- Single brass handle, sturdy and comfortable to hold

- Rich golden tone with natural patina from age

- Simple, lidless design for everyday use in taverns and homes

Cultural Significance

Tankards were a staple of Georgian social culture, serving as essential vessels for ale and beer in both public and private gatherings. Brass examples, such as this one, represented an affordable but durable alternative to silver or pewter, making them popular among the middle class. During the reign of George II, tankards embodied not only practicality but also refinement, often functioning as both everyday tools and markers of social participation in Britain’s vibrant drinking culture.

Condition

Excellent antique condition with minimal wear consistent with age. The brass has developed a deep, attractive patina, enhancing its authenticity and character.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Height: 6.25 in
Width: 5 in

Age (Approximate)

265–298 years old

Provenance 

Offered by Waddington’s Auctioneers & Appraisers, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, in its Cabinet of Curiosities auction on November 1, 2018, as Lot 274. The piece subsequently entered a private collection in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

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Study the Georgian Era through the Royal Museums Greenwich

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Description

Historical Context & Origin

Region: England
Material: Brass
Period: Reign of George II, 18th century (1727–1760)

Description

This George II brass baluster tankard is a charming example of 18th-century English drinkware, reflecting both the craftsmanship and social traditions of Georgian England. With its cylindrical form, baluster body, and single handle, the design is both utilitarian and decorative. The absence of a hinged lid suggests it was intended for daily use, likely in taverns, inns, or private homes, where ale and beer were central to social life. Its warm golden brass tone and simple elegance reflect the balance of practicality and refinement in period craftsmanship.

Features

- Classic baluster-shaped body with rounded cylindrical form

- Single brass handle, sturdy and comfortable to hold

- Rich golden tone with natural patina from age

- Simple, lidless design for everyday use in taverns and homes

Cultural Significance

Tankards were a staple of Georgian social culture, serving as essential vessels for ale and beer in both public and private gatherings. Brass examples, such as this one, represented an affordable but durable alternative to silver or pewter, making them popular among the middle class. During the reign of George II, tankards embodied not only practicality but also refinement, often functioning as both everyday tools and markers of social participation in Britain’s vibrant drinking culture.

Condition

Excellent antique condition with minimal wear consistent with age. The brass has developed a deep, attractive patina, enhancing its authenticity and character.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Height: 6.25 in
Width: 5 in

Age (Approximate)

265–298 years old

Provenance 

Offered by Waddington’s Auctioneers & Appraisers, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, in its Cabinet of Curiosities auction on November 1, 2018, as Lot 274. The piece subsequently entered a private collection in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Learn More

Study the Georgian Era through the Royal Museums Greenwich

Examine the History of Tankards and their role in British drinking culture

Browse our collection of 18th-century artifacts

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