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Large Vintage Langham Glass England Controlled Bubbles Paperweight

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Striking vintage paperweight features abstract grouping of large controlled bubbles in clear and colored cobalt blue and grass green glass. The central design is encased in clear glass in sommerso technique. Minimal color palette supports the strong Postmodern style composition and bright, reflective texture of the bubbles without overwhelming it; large size of the paperweight allows it to be used as a sculptural decor piece. The paperweight is signed with Langham Glass on the bottom. The piece is in good vintage condition with slight, age-appropriate signs of use on the bottom. White Langham Glass is still manufacturing a similar paperweight design, the green and blue colorway was retired. Langham Glass was established in 1979 by Paul Miller. Paul’s reputation within the industry was recognized with his fellowship to the Royal Society of Arts. Paul Miller joined King’s Lynn Glass, which was set up by Ronnie Stennet-Wilson, as a young man; he learned his trade from top European glassmakers that were brought in to start the company, and became a Master Glassmaker at the age of 21. Later, Wedgwood bought King’s Lynn Glass, and during this time, Paul designed and developed many of the animals and paperweights which are sought after by collectors today, before opening his own art glass studio.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.96 in (7.52 cm)Diameter: 3.17 in (8.06 cm)
  • Style:
    Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    2d half of 20th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Clifton Springs, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4421142288722

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