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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.

Friday, August 12, 2011

Myers Peacock Decanters

Hi Hillary,

I am going to be sending several photos this evening. Here in Vashti with the temperatures coasting along in the hundred plus range I am trying to avoid the mid day heat which gives me the right lighting to shoot a few shots of the collection. Hopefully these will give you some filler over the next several weeks. First up is a couple of my favorite Myers designed decanters in Peacock. On the left is the ships decanter Blenko #6629 (12 5/8") with it's counter-designed Blenko #6615L (14"). The shape reminds me of the old ink blotters used on the early printing presses.

Hope you enjoy,


Bruce Specht

6 comments:

Anonymous said...

THIS IS MY FAVORITE
I MUST HAVE THESE
ARE THEY DIFFICULT TO FIND?
MOUNTAIN RITA
Note to sellers - if you have these
I'll purchase.

Anonymous said...

Hi I know you donated your Blenko birthday collection to WVU is that on display for the public to view?

Anonymous said...

After much effort, I got to see the BLENKO Birthday collection a few years ago at the President's Home at WVU. It looked lovely displayed throughout the "public" end of the residence.

I think it will get a new home somewhere else. May be there by now. It is fabulous to see the pieces all in one place at one time.

In my long hiatus from the BLENKO blog, I return to see that Bruce is still diligently submitting photos-- stunning, book-quality photos. I have to smile because MOUNTAIN RITA CONTINUES TO SHOUT WITH HER FINGERS. Some "anonymouses" remain angry. Some post a wealth of information.

All my best to the longtime readers. Margie, Phani, Roxy, and the gang.

WV Janis

Anonymous said...

Hilary
This photo keeps bringing me back
are these vases connected other than color?
Alex

Anonymous said...

Hilary
This photo keeps bringing me back
are these vases connected other than color?
Alex

Anonymous said...

GLASSDOC
THe NEW BLOGGER
ANDY ______ IS SO CUTE
IF HE ISN"T MARRIED I THINK YOU
SHOULD ASK SOMEONE FOR AN INTRO
ALSO HE SEEMS TO HAVE DIVERSE AND WEIRD
INTEREST MUCH LIKE YOU.
MOUNTAIN RITA
DID SAY HE LIKED BLENKO BUT MOST MEN COME TO BLENKO VIA A WOMAN OR TWO