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Figural Eagle Form
Sculptural decanter shaped as a stylized perched eagle.
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01 / 02Mohan Meakin Amber Glass Eagle Decanter Bottle — photograph 2
Highlights
Why this object
still matters.
Molded amber glass decanter formed in the shape of a perched eagle with detailed feather relief. Features a fitted eagle-head stopper and a round stepped pedestal base. Produced in Himachal Pradesh by Mohan Meakin Limited.
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Detailed Feather Relief
Molded glass texture captures plumage and wing layers.
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Rich Amber Glass
Translucent amber glass body highlights contours under backlight.
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Separate Head Stopper
Matching glass head serves as the decanter closure.
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Authentic Solan Brewery Label
Preserved sticker confirms Mohan Meakin origin in Himachal Pradesh.
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Stepped Pedestal Base
Circular integrated base provides stability for display.
Specifications
The useful facts,
clearly recorded.
Measurements, construction, identity, and seller-supplied details are kept together for direct comparison.
Reviewed · Curio catalogue
Maker
Mohan Meakin Limited (Solan Brewery, Himachal Pradesh)
Origin
India
Year
1980
Department
optics
Packed shipment
2 kg · 35 × 25 × 20 cm
Material
Pressed amber glass
Form
Perched eagle decanter with head closure
Markings
MOHAN MEAKIN LIMITED / SOLAN BREWERY / HIMACHAL PRADESH / MADE IN INDIA
Closure Type
Removable figural glass head stopper
Details
Close inspection,
recorded in photographs.
Detail № 01 · Mohan Meakin Amber Glass Eagle Decanter Bottle — photograph 1
Heritage
A traceable life,
carefully recorded.
Provenance documentation was not supplied for this specific Mohan Meakin Amber Glass Eagle Decanter Bottle; this listing is based on the supplied photographs only.
Brewery Legacy
Himalayan Distilling Tradition
Crafted under Mohan Meakin's historic Solan Brewery in Himachal Pradesh, this figural decanter pays tribute to India's oldest modern brewing enterprise, famously known for its Golden Eagle brand seen in the eagle motif.
Collectible Glassware
Sculpted Barware Art
Popular in late-20th-century bar culture, Mohan Meakin's character decanters turned spirit bottles into decorative centerpieces, combining functional liquor storage with intricate pressed glass artistry. That specificity gives the buyer a traceable, emotionally resonant piece of India design history rather than a generic decorative substitute.
Timeline
An object in time,
one continuous story.
1855
Brewery Founded
Edward Dyer establishes the brewery at Kasauli, later expanding to Solan.
1949
NN Mohan Acquisition
Management transitions to Narendra Nath Mohan, forming Mohan Meakin Breweries.
1980
Mohan Meakin Limited
Company renames to Mohan Meakin Limited to reflect diversified operations.
1980s
Commemorative Decanters
Production of figural animal decanters including the Golden Eagle motif.
Condition
Honest wear,
documented clearly.
The amber glass bottle and stopper appear structurally intact with no visible major cracks. Surface shows light vintage shelf wear and mild production mold seam marks. Base label is partially preserved with legible brewery markings.
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InspectedGlass Body
Molded relief feathers intact with no evident chips or fractures visible.
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InspectedStopper Fit
Eagle head stopper rests flush on the neck rim.
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InspectedBase Label
Original printed sticker present along base edge, showing minor edge wear.
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InspectedSurface Finish
Rich amber glass retains gloss with typical mold lines and light dust.
Logistics
Inspected, insured,
door to door.
Step 01
Delivery
Inspected, photographed, and packed with its condition report.
Step 02
Shipping
Custom-fit protective packing with tracked, insured courier service.
Step 03
Returns
Return requests are accepted within fourteen days of confirmed delivery.
Step 04
Dispatch
Prepared for courier handoff within three to five business days.
Acquisition
Make it part of
your collection.
Contact the seller for more information or to discuss this object.
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Mohan Meakin Amber Glass Eagle Decanter Bottle