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
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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