The Corning Museum of Glass recently unveiled the preliminary design for an expansion that will create a new North Wing, featuring light-filled galleries for its collection of contemporary works in glass, as well as one of the world’s largest facilities for glassblowing demonstrations and live glass design sessions. Read More +
Tag Archives: American glass
Rare double eagle historical flask brings $53,820 in antique bottle auction
A rare and early double eagle historical flask made in Pittsburgh circa 1820-40 sold for $53,820 in an antique bottle auction. he exceptional and beautiful pint flask, in the great GII-1 mold with crisp embossing, had a sheared mouth and pontil scar. It is quite possibly the only known specimen of this bottle in the deep yellow olive color. Read More +
Museum of American Glass exhibit celebrates 50 years of American art glass
The Museum of American Glass exhibit “The Lotton Legacy, Three Generations of American Glass” marks the 50th anniversary of the studio/contemporary glass movement, July 1-Aug. 18, 2012. MAG is one of 165 museums and other organizations across the country planning exhibits and lectures. Read More +
Philanthropist’s Americana collection to benefit Penna charities
Philanthropist Charles H. Hoeflich’s collection of Pennsylvania stoneware, baskets, redware and furniture is being sold June 8-9, 2012 to benefit Pennsylvania charities. Read More +
Early American Glass Club devotes four days to glass seminar
The National Early American Glass Club has announced its 2012 Seminar will be held May 16-19 in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Read More +
Washington & Clay antique bottle flask soars to $52,650
A rare portrait flask of George Washington and Henry Clay, made circa 1840-1860 by Bridgeton Glass Works, was sold for $52,650 Feb. 1, 2012 by Norman C. Heckler & Co. The portrait flask was the top lot in a session that grossed around $440,000. “Glass as an antique collecting category has drawn interest from collectors who recognize the historical significance and beauty of antique bottles and glass,” auctioneer Norman Heckler, Jr. said. Read More +
Antique American Glass and Pottery Show celebrates 40 years
Illinois’ 20 30 40 Glass Society celebrates the 40th Antique American Glass sale March 10-11, 2012 with a glass ID table, door prizes and a new raffle of antique American glass. Read More +
Depression glass group offering glass identification assistance
The National Depression Glass Association has a new program to help glass collectors identify their finds. Experts are offering to identify various vintage Depression glass styles for free. Read More +
Weekly Antiques Auctions & Shows: Oct. 15 – Nov. 1, 2011
Each week AntiqueTrader.com features all half-page and full page advertisements from the most recent edition of the print magazine, extending our commitment to help our customers find new customers. In this space you’ll see fresh updates to the latest advertisements featuring direct links to the advertisers’ websites. Read More +
Survey of 20th Century American glass offered live and online this October
A pair of auctions with crossover appeal are planned for Oct. 1 and Oct. 22 by Woody Auction. The first, featuring the antique collection of Eugene Sandler of Florida, will boast outstanding examples of Royal Flemish, Crown Milano, other quality art glass and biscuit jars. It will be held Oct. 1 at the St. Charles Convention Center in St. Charles, Mo.
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