Sherry glass c. 1830

This set of four clear glass sherry glasses, dating back to around 1830, are examples of cut glass, a popular decorative technique in the early 19th century. The glasses, which are currently housed in the Minneapolis Institute of Art, are characterized by their intricate geometric patterns cut into the surface. The most striking feature of the glasses is the diamond-shaped pattern that covers the bottom third of each glass, which suggests that they may have been made in Europe, where the style was particularly popular.