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Offline Humbug

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To bin or not to bin...
« on: September 21, 2010, 09:13:56 AM »
Hello

Have read through the discussion about buying damaged glass. So sometimes some damage may be acceptable, but when do you decide that an item needs to be sent to the bin? I bought a lot of glass animals from auction. Most were in excellent condition and I am very pleased with them. One looks like a Wedgwood glass squirrel, although the mark is missing and one of the ears is chipped. With some household glass it is easier to judge when an item has reached the end of its life, but even then it can be tricky. With studio and art glass, how do you decide?

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Re: To bin or not to bin...
« Reply #1 on: September 21, 2010, 10:13:34 AM »
It depends on how much you like it and can live with it. I doubt you'd manage to sell it for anything worthwhile yourself, so either keep it, or give it to a charity shop - but point out the damage to them and see if they'll accept it - sharp bits are dangerous.

Personally, If I saw your wee squirrel in a charity shop, I'd leave it because of the damage.

It's your choice. :)
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Re: To bin or not to bin...
« Reply #2 on: September 21, 2010, 10:44:28 AM »
I agree with Sue...  It all depends on how you feel.  If you can look at a piece, and appreciate it and love it despite its damage, then it's a keeper.  But if you cannot see beyond the damage (very often, my case) then it's time to move on, no matter what it is.   :)

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Re: To bin or not to bin...
« Reply #3 on: September 21, 2010, 10:53:45 AM »
Take some clear nail varnish and cover over the damage in several thin layers. It is an accepted because reversible restauration and it will satisfy you because you do not rip open your fingers every time you touch your chipped munk.

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Re: To bin or not to bin...
« Reply #4 on: September 21, 2010, 11:06:07 AM »
your chipped munk.
GROAN!  :hb1:

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Re: To bin or not to bin...
« Reply #5 on: September 21, 2010, 11:20:41 AM »
 :24: :24: :24: @Ivo.
But it's a very good suggestion.  :thup:
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Re: To bin or not to bin...
« Reply #6 on: September 21, 2010, 01:03:16 PM »
And as it's an animal, do please send pics of it to Frank for the Glass Zoo, along with dimensions etc... then even if it's dumped as a piece, the images remain as a reference for future squirrel hunters. 8)
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