Art Glass Paperweights Appraisal

Art Glass Egg-Shaped Paperweights (Pair)

This lot features a pair of contemporary art glass paperweights, both crafted in an ovoid or egg-like shape, made from clear, colorless glass with internal decorative elements. The paperweight on the left showcases a dynamic internal design composed of deep cobalt blue glass, interspersed with variegated white and yellow specks, creating a textured, almost stalagmite-like or coral-reef appearance from the base upwards into the clear glass. This intricate work suggests a 'lampwork' or 'murrine' technique, where pre-made glass components are integrated during the blowing process. The paperweight on the right features a more refined and flowing internal design. It includes a solid, dark blue oval base from which three elongated, teardrop-shaped elements of clear or slightly iridescent glass ascend. These elements are accompanied by delicate, swirling lines of light blue glass ribboning throughout the clear encasement and numerous small, trapped air bubbles, enhancing its ethereal quality. Both paperweights exhibit smooth, polished surfaces typical of art glass, and appear to be in excellent condition with no visible chips, cracks, or significant abrasions. The craftsmanship indicates a manually blown or formed glass process, with the internal patterns suggesting individual artistic input rather than mass production. Their size appears to be suitable for standard paperweight utility, likely between 3-5 inches in height. These pieces represent modern decorative art glass, likely dating from the late 20th to early 21st century.