Until the 1670s wine was served at the table in jug or green glass bottle. The decanter started to appear after 1670 and usually took a jug form, it wasn't until the middle of the 1700s that decanters were seen in a form we are more familiar with now.
 
This is an early 19th century liqueur decanter with oval cutting to the body and 3 rings to the neck.
 
Condition is good for the decanter, the stopper has a small chip.
 
Dimensions : 24cm high x 10cm x 10cm