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Green Glass Fisherman’s Float, C. 1900

$128per item
£96.73per item
€113.24per item
CA$178.75per item
A$201.11per item
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MX$2,483.44per item
NOK 1,306.25per item
SEK 1,255.13per item
DKK 844.70per item
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About the Item

This beautiful green sphere is an early 20th century glass float used by fishermen to keep their fishing nets or droplines afloat in the ocean. The hollow float would have been encased by a rope netting and used just like a modern buoy. Because these floats were commonly produced from recycled bottles, most antique glass floats found today are a lovely shade of green. A fantastic collector's item, we love these vintage floats as a sculptural accent to a garden landscape or beachy interior. Floats vary slightly in dimensions and color. Approximately 11-12" in diameter each.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Diameter: 11 in (27.94 cm)
  • Style:
    Qing (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: TLB1331stDibs: LU820031545732

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