Lot 327

Collection of 15 Vintage Glass Paperweights

Collectables

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5 Aug 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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