Vintage Clear Glass Demijohn Carboy

This is a large-scale vintage glass demijohn, also known as a carboy, typically used for the fermentation or storage of wine, cider, or spirits. The vessel is constructed from thick, transparent glass with a slight bluish-grey or 'aquamarine' tint, which is characteristic of mid-20th-century industrial glass production. It features a bulbous, cylindrical body that tapers upward into sloping shoulders and terminates in a short, narrow neck with a reinforced, rounded collar rim. The construction suggests a machine-blown process rather than a hand-blown technique, as evidenced by the uniformity of the walls and the precision of the neck finish. In terms of condition, the glass appears structurally sound with no major cracks or chips visible at the base or rim, though there is a noticeable amount of internal haze and surface dust indicative of its age and previous use. Tiny air bubbles, or 'seeds', are trapped within the glass, which is common in secondary-grade industrial glassware of this period. Based on the style and typical manufacturing history of such utilitarian items, this piece likely dates from the 1940s to the 1970s. It lacks a visible maker's mark on the front, though stamps are often found on the base of such vessels. The item's scale and rustic aesthetic make it a desirable piece for both functional home brewing and decorative interior design.

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