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Heart of Glass - Blenko Glass

Blenko Glass is a West Virginia treasure that spans generations. Nothing symbolizes the state of West Virginia better or more beautifully than Blenko Glass. We will discuss current and former craftsmen and designers and how important it is that Blenko and West Virginia glass be appreciated and valued by the younger generation.

Thursday, July 22, 2010

Blenko Auction

Presented by Klein James' Seattle Auction Gallery

Previews: Wed 7/21 and Thurs 7/22 until 6:00pm

Takes place on 7/22/2010

At , 2710 Westlake Avenue North, Seattle, WA, 98109

Presents "Select Estates"An auction of fine objects Highlights: Chinese Mandarin Porcelains including a tureen & pitcher with a rare border of an encircling gold chain from which pairs of fish are suspended. Jades and Ivories, Fine Art to include an abstract painting of Madonna with Child, Russian/Ukraine paintings, A Blenko art glass collection, Lalique, Japanese plique a jour. As usual a fine selection of pewter and sterling from American & UK Makers including Tiffany & Gorham. Estate jewelry, A c1810 American tall case clock, piecrust tilt-top table, knife box, hepplewhite side chairs, a stunning pair of serpentine foo lions measuring 23" tall, and a bronze sculpture by Alaskan artists Jacques & Mary Regat.

This is only a small sampling of our offerings. A trip to our web site will be definitely worth your time. Phone & absentee bids gladly accepted. Online bid form available. Buyer's premium 14%

Web: www.SeattleAuctionGallery.com or www.KleinJames.com

Gallery: 206.282.0399

to view photos go to http://antiquesandthearts.com/events/auction.asp?id=17136&type=1

5 comments:

susan said...

Exciting
I just phoned and they will do phone bids.
Excellent collection of Blenko.
Any other auctions? I adore live auctions.

Anonymous said...

I heard during the festival of glass iron chief is having his glass auctioned off, anyone have photos or is their a link you can share?
Ted E

Anonymous said...

Hilary,
Did you sell all of Miss Phyliss' glass?
There are a couple items I'd like to purchase.
Margie Hale

Phani said...

Bridgett, I know you are interested in vintage blenko; is this something you would like to pursue? Is there something you would want me to do?

Phani said...

Is the 'face' vase really blenko? who designed it? I am sure B would be interested. Would someone be able to tell us who the artist is and yr if possible.