Rare, Old J. Hoare Croesus Decanter – SOLD

This fabulous decanter is cut in Hoare’s old Croesus pattern. It is wood wheel polished and very heavy.

The Croesus design features a chain of diamond fields of cane with fans on all sides. There are deep, swirling tusks coming up from the base of the decanter and meeting the chain of cane. The neck has an applied lapidary knob and the stopper is cut in a heavy, lapidary shape. The base is finished with a rayed star.

This has been a perennial favorite among collectors and has been featured in numerous publications. This heavy piece measures 12 1/2″ tall and 5″ wide.