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rbm6167:
I recently acquired this most beautiful decanter which is in a rich, gorgeous amber colour. I know nothing about it though I thought it might be Scandinavian by its clean lines and rather geometric look. The base has a sunken, polished pontil (photograph provided). Can anyone help with a more accurate identification, please? It is 9.5 inches tall and has a base diameter of 5 inches.
Thanks
John


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Cathy B:
John, you can post your picture at the Is It Whitefriars section of www.whitefriars.com, and they might be able to help.

Does anyone know any better?

Cathy.

By the way, some years ago I came across some Whitefriars plans for glasses which were proposed to be made for the Australian Parliament House early last century. They were never made because the contract apparently went to someone else - I think it was Webb, but don't quote me.

The drawings looked fairly boring to me, but would it be worth me getting copies for the public domain?

David E:
My gut instinct was Webb, but only because of the colour and ground pontil: without an acid-etch mark on the base, probably not.


--- Quote ---The drawings looked fairly boring to me, but would it be worth me getting copies for the public domain?
--- End quote ---

Cathy, I'm sure WF collectors would be fascinated by these and placing them into the public domain is an unselfish action that can only be applauded :D

rbm6167:
Thank you all for your contributions and I shall certainly post the picture on the Whitefriars' website. I will let you know the outcome, for interests sake.
Regards
John

Tigerchips:
Talking of Whitefriars decanters, have a look at this decanter which I just came across.
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I have one of these and I've always believed it to be a Georgeon Newcastle decanter.  :)

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