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Glass Identification - Post here for all ID requests => Glass Paperweights => Topic started by: rsts on February 19, 2014, 05:30:01 PM

Title: ID Help need
Post by: rsts on February 19, 2014, 05:30:01 PM

This miniature paperweight has me puzzled.  My first thought was Chinese.  After studying it the canes seem to be too complex for Chinese.  Also I find the use of the 5 lobbed white canes in each of the bundles to be interesting.  So far I haven't found reference to a maker using these canes in any of my references. Bottom is flat and polished and not irregular like many Chinese. Size is 1 13/16"dia (47mm) by 7/8"high (23mm).  Your assistance will be appreciated.
Ron

Title: Re: ID Help need
Post by: paperweights on February 19, 2014, 06:13:49 PM

Most collectors believe these are from China because of the style of cane and flat shape, but I personally believe that they originated somewhere in Europe, probably Bohemia.  Part of my belief is because they have clear glass and often a finished base.  They have been around since at least 1950. 

Title: Re: ID Help need
Post by: rsts on February 19, 2014, 10:11:12 PM

Thanks Alan for your guidance.  I will check in my Bohemian references and see what I can find.
Ron Roberts