Lot 115

Perthshire 1973 Swan in the Pond Hollow Weight

Sold September 24, 2026

Price realized
$150
Estimate
$500–$600

Price realized is the winning bid (hammer price) and excludes buyer’s premium.

About this lot

Attributed Brand: Perthshire, Crieff Scotland

Period: 1973

Style: Lampwork, Signature Cane, Hollow Weight

Base: Clear, Star Cut

Diameter: 2.92 in.

Weight: 1.05 lb

Condition: No obvious flaws.

Additional Information: This elegant paperweight features a central white lampworked swan embedded with a tiny blue and white “P” signature cane, suspended above a rich translucent green ground. The bird displays a sculpted body with gracefully curved wings and a slender arched neck, showcasing the artistry of Perthshire’s glassmakers. Created using the hollow air-trap technique, the swan is formed within an enclosed air pocket that enhances its three-dimensional appearance and creates remarkable depth within the design. Encased in brilliant clear crystal and finished with multiple exterior facets, the paperweight captures and multiplies light through the interior scene, producing striking reflections from every angle.

Lot details

Lot
115
Category
Display Objects › Studio Glass
Estimate
$500–$600
Closed
September 24, 2026

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