Lot 214

Collection of 15 Vintage Glass Paperweights

Collectables

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5 Jun 2025 · Huge Collection of Fine Art, Antique Furniture, Jewellery and Collectables

Description

Collection of 15 Vintage Glass Paperweights – Various Forms and Styles 
A diverse and visually appealing collection of fifteen vintage glass paperweights, dating to the mid/late 20th century. 
Each piece is individually crafted and displays a range of decorative techniques including millefiori, bubble inclusions, abstract swirls, floral motifs, and figural forms. 
Some pieces are attributed to known makers, including a Wedgwood teardrop and a Maltese Mdina design. 

The group includes:
Clear bubble inclusion weight – 8 x 8 x 8.5 cm. 
Nibbles to base, light scratches. 

Wedgwood teardrop paperweight – 5 x 5 x 10 cm. 
Some scratches and small base nicks. 

Palm tree motif weight – 8 x 8 x 8 cm. 
Light surface scratches only. 

Tree with yellow/red foliage – 7 x 7 x 6 cm. 
Nibbles to base, light scratches. 

Abstract swirl design – 7 x 7 x 5 cm. 
Scratches and minor base nicks. 

Red flower encased weight – 7 x 7 x 8 cm. 
Nibbles to base, light scratches. 

Swirling amber-toned piece – 8 x 8 x 6 cm. 
Light scratches only. 

Fish motif with C G stamp – 7.5 x 7.5 x 6.5 cm. 
Light scratches only. 

Etched ‘100th Birthday’ commemorative – 7.5 x 7.5 x 7 cm. 
Light scratches only. 

Mdina glass abstract swirl – 8 x 8 x 6.5 cm. 
Nibbles to base, light scratches. 

Speckled multicolour globe – 6 x 6 x 5 cm. 
Scratches; pontil flaw to underside. 

Blue/green abstract with trees – 6 x 6 x 5 cm. 
Some nibbles, scratches, minor chips to base. 

Red/orange pear-form weight – 7 x 7 x 9 cm. 
Good condition. 

Spiral egg-form design – 6 x 6 x 9 cm. 
Light scratches only. 

Clear apple-form with trapped bubbles – 9 x 9 x 8 cm. 
Signed; nibble to base, light scratches. 

Condition: Generally good vintage condition overall with expected surface wear, including light scratches and minor nibbles to bases on several examples. 
One piece bears a maker’s stamp and one is signed. 
A striking and varied group, ideal for collectors or as a decorative ensemble.

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