Vintage AM Embossed Glass Wine Dispenser with Brass Tap (c.1960s–1980s)
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Bring a touch of mid-century Continental charm to your home bar or kitchen with this striking vintage AM embossed glass wine dispenser.
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Description
Maker’s Mark: Embossed “AM” within a circular cartouche on the bottle’s shoulder
Design: Classic grape and vine relief in aqua-green textured glass
Feature: Original brass tap with key-turn handle, fitted to the base
Date: Mid-20th century, c. 1960s–1980s
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Origin: Likely Italian or Spanish manufacture, produced for wine or cordial serving
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This elegant bottle was designed as a table dispenser, allowing wine, sangria, or liqueur to be poured through the miniature tap. Today it makes a wonderful decorative barware piece, ideal for display on a drinks trolley, kitchen shelf, or as part of a vintage glass collection.
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Condition
Glass in good vintage order with typical mid-century inclusions and small bubbles.
Original brass tap present; yellowed sealant visible around fitting, suggesting an earlier repair. Tap turns freely.
Recommended for decorative use only unless resealed and tested for liquid use.
No cracks or rim damage noted.
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Measurements
Height: approx. 32 cm
Width at base: approx. 9.5 cm
Tap length: approx. 5 cm
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Why we love it
Pieces like this capture the convivial spirit of mid-century European entertaining. The embossed grape design references vineyard traditions, while the unusual tap fitting adds both character and rarity.
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Perfect for
Display on a retro bar cart
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Use as a decorative sangria or cordial dispenser (after resealing if practical)
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A thoughtful gift for collectors of vintage kitchenalia or wine memorabilia