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A collection of assorted decorative glassware featuring a variety of domestic and ornamental pieces. The group includes two cobalt blue pressed glass boat-shaped bowls, each decorated with a low-relief fruit motif featuring cherries and grapes. Also present is a large clear glass apothecary-style storage jar with a knobbed lid, currently containing natural sea shells, and a clear glass decanter with a faceted spherical stopper. Decorative items include a clear glass intaglio sculpture depicting two frosted dolphins leaping over water and a clear glass paperweight with a purple and white swirled interior. The collection further comprises two opaque white glass egg cups, a small pressed glass pot with a repoussé white metal lid, and a clear glass bowl with a fluted rim. The lot is completed by a selection of cut crystal and pressed glass stemware and tumblers in various sizes and patterns. A small white rectangular adhesive label is attached to the lid of the metal-capped pot, reading CC397.
Condition report:
The collection appears to be in generally good condition with no visible chips or cracks to the larger decorative pieces. There is a light layer of surface dust and minor wear consistent with domestic use throughout. The metal lid shows some oxidation and tarnishing. The sea shells are natural and show varying degrees of wear. The set of egg cups and the blue bowls appear well-preserved with no significant damage to the rims.
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