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Designed in the late 1960's by Geoffrey Baxter for Whitefriars here is a kingfisher blue bottle vase from the textured range, pattern no: 9730 (appears in the 1969 Whitefriars catalogue).  With lovely crisp texturing and still bearing it's original factory pattern number sticker to the base - this is a decorative item and a worthy addition to any Whitefriars glass collection.  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:   Height 7.75in/20cm 

(10/75)

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Dating from 1974 a clear crystal vase (or 'flint' as Whitefriars called it) with a controlled bubble pattern and five lobed base designed by Geoffrey Baxter, pattern no 9775.  A really decorative piece of vintage Whitefriars. 

SIZE:   Height 5.5in/13.5cm    Weight 1060g

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Designed in the 1960s by Geoffrey Baxter for Whitefriars here is a kingfisher blue and clear glass coffin vase from the textured range, pattern no: 9686.  With lovely crisp texturing this is a great item and a fabulous addition to any Whitefriars glass collection.  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:   Height 5.5in/13.5cm    Weight 460g

(10/60)

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Here is the baby brother of the pattern number 9364 vase - this one is only a wee fella at under 3 inches in height!  Made from Twilight coloured glass with controlled bubbles it most likely dates to the late forties and is a William Wilson design.  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:   Height 2.75in/7cm    Weight 230g

(10/15)

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Designed in the 1960's by Geoffrey Baxter for Whitefriars here is a three sided tricorn vase made from ruby red glass with a thick casing of clear - pattern no: 9570.  These are lovely tactile pieces of retro glass that look amazing on display - especially with other pieces from the same range and period.

SIZE:   Height 9.75in/24cm    Weight 490g

CONDITION:  Nice original undamaged condition, light surface wear.

(10-35)

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Designed in the 1960's by Geoffrey Baxter for Whitefriars here is a three sided tricorn vase made from ruby red glass with a thick casing of clear - pattern no: 9570.  These are lovely tactile pieces of retro glass that look amazing on display - especially with other pieces from the same range and period. 

SIZE: Height 9.5in/23cm    Weight 515g

CONDITION: Nice original undamaged condition, light surface wear.

(10-35)

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Designed by Jim Dyer for Liskeard Glass and dating from the 1970's here is a fabulous turquoise/clear cased glass V1 knobbly vase.  Liskeard Glass in Cornwall, now known as Merlin Glass, employed ex-Whitefriars employees which would probably explain the vague similarity to the Whitefriars knobbly range.  In a very vibrant shade this is a thick and chunky piece of retro glass that looks brilliant on display.  Bears the Liskeard Glass impressed LG monogram to the base.

SIZE:  Height  5.25in/13cm Weight  1230g

(10-40)

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Designed by Jim Dyer for Liskeard Glass and dating from the 1970's here is a fabulous clear glass V1 knobbly vase.  Liskeard Glass in Cornwall, now known as Merlin Glass, employed ex-Whitefriars employees which would probably explain the vague similarity to the Whitefriars knobbly range.   Thick and chunky it's a great piece of retro glass.  Bears the Liskeard Glass impressed LG monogram to the base 

SIZE:  Height  5.25in/13cm Weight  1310g

(10-40)

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This is a large glass piggy bank made by the now defunct British glass makers, Cascade.  In a stylish smokey grey coloured glass it's a very decorative item and would make a fabulous gift.  We know that Cascade produced some of the smaller uncased gulvvases for the Danish glass manufacturer Holmegaard who outsourced several items to Cascade for production during the 1960s/1970s.  It bears a resemblance to the Bang/Holmegaard piggy banks but the main difference being that the Holmegaard piggies are knobbly rather than smooth but it's a possibility that the Holmegaard piggies may also have been produced under licence by Cascade - this has not yet been confirmed or otherwise however.

SIZE:  Height  5.5in/13.5cm 

(10-30)

The 'Psychedelic' pattern was designed by Peter Tysoe in the late 1960s and in production in 1970.  Although this wasn't popular at the time it has since become one of the most sought after handkerchief vase patterns and is highly collectable today - shown here in the fabulous bright orange and white colourway.  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:  Height  4in/10cm   Weight  220g

(08/50 + 42.50)

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Designed in the 1960's by Geoffrey Baxter for Whitefriars here is what's become known as a hambone vase made from aubergine coloured glass with a thick casing of clear - pattern no: 9572.  All these pieces are handmade and vary slightly, this particular one has an uneven casing of clear.  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:   Height 5.5in/14cm     Width 4.25in/11cm    Weight 625g

(09/30)

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Designed in the 1960's by Geoffrey Baxter for Whitefriars Glass here is a teardrop vase made from ruby red with a thick casing of clear crystal - pattern no: 9571.  A very decorative and extremely useable vase.  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:   Height 8in/20cm    Weight 510g

(09/30)

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The 'Psychedelic' pattern was designed by Peter Tysoe in the late 1960s and in production in 1970.  Although this wasn't popular at the time it has since become one of the most sought after handkerchief vase patterns and is highly collectable today - shown here in the even rarer black and white colourway.  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:  Height  4in/10cm   Weight  220g

CONDITION:  Apart from a small oyster chip to the rim in one place, which has been reflected in the price, it is in nice clean condition and displays well.

(08/30)

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'Cordon' is probably one of the most common hankie vase patterns in production from the early 1960s to the early 1980s, however, this particular colourway of vibrant orange and white is so funky we couldn't resist it!  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:  Height  4in/10cm   Weight  230g

CONDITION:  Good original condition - there are some small dinks to the edge and some significant base wear - this has been reflected in the price.

(08/12)

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This is a particularly attractive hankie vase from Chance Glass's 1970 'Tinted Series' and in the fabulous hammered amber colourway.  Chance Glass hankie vases are becoming increasingly collectable - some of the rarer patterns currently fetching surprisingly high prices at auction.  This is a relatively unusual one (much more so than many of the screen-printed types) and looks brilliant on display.  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:  Height  4in/10cm   Weight  265g approx.

(08/25)

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Dating from between 1971 and 1973 here is a Whitefriars dilly duck made from the rare Silver coloured glass with internal controlled bubbles and a clear crystal beak (factory ground) and footpad.  It's a quality piece of English glass in a sought after colour that displays well - grab it while you've got the chance!  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:  Height  5.5in/14.5cm    Weight 575g

(10/100)

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Dating from 1971 (pattern no: M146) and designed by Geoffrey Baxter here is a set of four Glacier range footed sundae dishes in clear (flint) crystal.  The icy surface texture to this particular range of tableware is fabulously sharp (see close up photographs) and these are very collectable retro items that not only display well but would be fabulous to actually use. 

SIZE:   Height 3in/7.5cm    Diameter 4in/10cm     Weight 1376g

CONDITION:  In gorgeous original condition with no chips, cracks or fleabites.

(10-55)

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The 'Calypto' pattern of stylised eucalyptus leaves and flowers was designed in 1959 by the legendary and illustrious late Michael Harris (of Mdina and Isle of Wight glass fame).  Here we have a large water or lemonade jug decorated in the 'Calypto' pattern and with a gorgeous thick gold rim and a polished base pontil.  A wonderful early example of the work of Michael Harris.  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:  Height  9in/22.5cm   Weight  700g

(08/40)

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Designed in the 1960's by Geoffrey Baxter for Whitefriars here is a fabulous large blown soda barrel shaped vase in amethyst, pattern no: 9596.  I absolutely adore this vase for a number of reasons - the delicate soda glass, the great retro shape and the amazingly vibrant purple colour of the glass.  A must for any Whitefriars collection.  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:   Height 9.5in/25cm    Weight 594g

(09/75)

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Designed in the 1960's by Geoffrey Baxter for Whitefriars here is a fabulous blown soda vase in shadow green, pattern no: 9597.  Very collectable and an absolute must for any Whitefriars collection.  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:   Height 5.5in/15cm    Weight 300g

(08/45)

This is a gorgeous purple glass paperweight from Caithness Glass who are, quite rightly, famed for their amazing and highly collectable paperweights as well as their other glassware.  This has a flat 'window' showing a central bubble surrounded by purple, green and white swirls and was designed by Helen MacDonald - this particular design called 'Vortice' came in various other colours and was retired in 1999.  It has a flat base to sit on which is etched with 'V1430 Caithness Vortice Scotland'.  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:   Diameter  3.5in/9cm   Weight   706g

(07/38.25)

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Dating from 1972 (pattern no: 9788) here is a beautiful streaky purple and blue glass Geoffrey Baxter designed vase.  The colours and swirls in the glass are amazing (shown in detail in the extra photographs) this is an extremely attractive and decorative piece of retro/vintage glass from the highly collectable and sought after English glassworks, Whitefriars.  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:   Height 6.75in/17cm    Weight 1104g

(08/150)

One for the collector - a boxed set of six original 'Vista' whisky tumblers by Ravenhead Glass dating from the 1970's or thereabouts.  Still in their original packaging - they're chunky, masculine and very, very retro!

SIZE:  Box Size  9in/22.5cm x 6in/15cm     Glasses: Height  3in/7.5cm   Rim  2.75in/7cm    Weight  1406g

(07/25)

Designed by the legendary Annette Meech here is an amazing boxed set of six original 'Apollo' schnapps/port/sherry glasses from Ravenhead Glass and dating from the early 1970's or thereabouts.  They're a brilliant space-age inspired design (pictured on the front of the box) and are made from a shiny clear glass.  Still in their original packaging - they're chunky, masculine and very, very collectable!

SIZE:  Box  7.25in/18.5cm (square)   Glasses Height  2.75in/7cm    Weight  380g

(07/20)

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What a lovely little piggy bank!  Made by the now defunct glass makers, Cascade, in a vibrant blue glass it's a very decorative item and would make a brilliant gift.  Cascade Glass we now know were also responsible for producing some of the smaller uncased gulvvases for the Danish glass manufacturer Holmegaard who outsourced several items to Cascade during the 1960s/1970s.  It bears a resemblance to the Bang/Holmegaard piggy banks - the difference being that the Holmegaard piggies have little knobbles on them - it's possible that the Holmegaard piggies may also have been produced under licence by Cascade, but this has not yet been confirmed or otherwise.  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:  Length  6in/15cm     Weight  345g

(08/18)

This is a fabulous piece of retro Chance Glass dating from circa 1962 - a large 7 inch black check/grid hankie vase.  Chance Glass hankie vases are becoming increasingly collectable - this one is not only a rare pattern and colour but it's in great undamaged condition.  Brilliant!  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:  Height  7in/18cm   Weight  650g

(07/150)

This yet another fabulous piece of retro Chance Glass - a large 7 inch hankie vase in 24oz rolled plate, small Flemish textured glass in green with irregular folds.  Chance Glass hankie vases are becoming increasingly collectable - some of the rarer patterns currently fetching surprisingly high prices at auction.  This is relatively unusual (more so than many of the screen-printed types) and looks brilliant on display.  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:  Height  7in/18cm   Weight  756g

This type of Chance glass is fabulously funky and is, in our opinion, amongst the best designs that Chance produced during the 1970s - they would have been hugely fashionable at the time.  This particular dish is oblong in shape with a curved and gilded rim and with their psychedelic flowery 'Canterbury' pattern screenprinted on the reverse in orange - it matches a circular plate we also have for sale.  We think these are brilliant, this is a scarce Chance pattern and a must for any serious retro and/or Chance glass collector.  Please see all photographs for alternative views or close-ups.

This type of Chance glass is fabulously funky and is, in our opinion, amongst the best designs that Chance produced during the 1970s - they would have been hugely fashionable at the time.  This particular dish is round in shape with a fluted and gilded rim and with their psychedelic flowery 'Canterbury' pattern screenprinted on the reverse in orange - it looks brilliant on display.  We think these are great, this is a scarce Chance pattern and a must for any serious retro and/or Chance glass collector.  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

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Here is the colourless/clear glass 'Marguerite' vase designed in 1979 for Dartington Glass by the legendary designer Frank Thrower.  In a square shape decorated with flowers in relief to each side,  these came in various sizes and colours and this is one of the largest.  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:  Height  7.25in/18.5cm     Weight  614g

(08/29.75)

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Designed by Geoffrey Baxter for Whitefriars here is a gorgeous elephant's foot vase with five lobes to the base made from ruby red glass with a thick casing of clear - pattern no: 9728.  This is a vibrant piece of retro glass that would grace any Whitefriars collection.  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:   Height 7in/18cm    Weight 645g

(08/40)

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Designed in the early 1960s for Whitefriars by Geoffrey Baxter this is a lovely bowl made from vibrant green glass - pattern no: 9514.  It takes a lovely circular shape with an off-centred circular opening - this is a quality piece of English glass in a vibrant colour that displays beautifully.  There are two sizes in this shape, this is the larger size at 6 inches.  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:  Diameter  6in/15cm    Weight 850g

(08/20)

This is a great item with a racy provenance!  Designed in 1969 by Frank Thrower for Dartington Glass the raised surface design of what look at first glance like daisy type flowers is actually based on the human nipple - hence the name 'Nipple Vase' and it was considered a highly controversial and x-rated item at the time.  It's mould blown and in their beautiful Kingfisher Blue glass colourway - this is the larger size (pattern no: FT95).  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:  Height  5.75in/14.5cm     Weight  416g

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Offered for sale here is this fantastic steel blue vase designed by Ronald Stennett-Willson in 1960 for Lemington Glass (Newcastle).  This shape was also later produced by Wedgwood/Kings Lynn with a very slight alteration to the shape and in different colours.  This particular vase is rare and an early piece of Stennett-Willson design - a beautiful piece of retro art glass and a must for any admirer of Ronald Stennett-Willson's work.  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:  Height 9in/22cm   Width 8in/21cm   Weight 2400g

(08/200-AGF)

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These are very attractive retro items, here's an Old Hall stainless steel base from their 'Lifespan' range topped off with a ruby glass shade.  It is often stated that the shades are Whitefriars soda glass designed by Geoffrey Baxter - but this hasn't been positively confirmed and is doubted by some.  Made to house a tealight - these come in various heights and shade colours.  Really decorative and iconic items.  Marked with the 'Old Hall' stamp to the base of the stand.  See all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:  Height  11.5in/28.5cm    Weight  215g

(08/30)

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Manufactured in the 1950's by Whitefriars here is a very pretty pair of bowls with controlled bubbles in the sapphire blue and sea green coloured glass - pattern no: 9099.  These bowls were originally designed in the 1940's but the colours date these  to the 1950's.  They look beautiful on display.   Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:  Diameter  4in/10cm    Weight 880g

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'Sandringham' candlesticks/holders designed by the legendary late Ronald Stennett-Willson for Wedgwood. They come in various colours and sizes - these are the smallest in the range and in a gorgeous amethyst coloured glass. 

SIZE: Height 5in/13cm  Weight 115g 

(11-25)

Designed in the late 1960's by the legendary Ronald Stennett-Willson and manufactured by Wedgwood is this brilliant 'Sheringham' two disk glass candlestick.  These come in various different colours - and numbers of disks and this is in a beautifully vibrant amethyst colour that looks amazing near a light source.  These candlesticks look fab on display and are becoming highly collectable.  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:  Height 5in/13cm   Weight 278g

(07/55)

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Designed in the late 1960's by the legendary Ronald Stennett-Willson and manufactured by Wedgwood is this brilliant 'Sheringham' single disk glass candlestick.  These come in various different colours - and numbers of disks and this is in a beautifully vibrant amber colour that looks amazing near a light source.  These candlesticks look fab on display and are becoming highly collectable.  Etched with 'Wedgwood' to the base.  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:  Height 4in/10cm   Weight 306g

(08/45)