Caithness Glass Dignity Collectors Society Annual Paperweight 2001 Closed @ 1165
A beautiful and impressive Caithness Glass paperweight titled. Designed by Helen MacDonald and issued in 2001 as the Caithness Collectors Society Annual Paperweight. The edition was ultimately closed at 1,165 examples, making this a sought-after piece for collectors of contemporary Scottish studio glass. This elegant teardrop-shaped paperweight with one polished flat facet that displays a wonderfully complex internal composition.
At its centre is an intricate crystalline floral structure in vivid shades of pink and turquoise, suspended within the clear glass body. A delicate green spiral encircles the design, while a striking green bubble appears to hover above the central form, creating a remarkable sense of depth and balance. The flowing teardrop shape complements the internal decoration perfectly and gives the piece a highly sculptural appearance from every angle.
Caithness Glass was founded in Scotland in 1961 and quickly gained an international reputation for innovative art glass and collectible paperweights. Helen MacDonald produced a number of highly regarded designs for the company, often drawing inspiration from natural forms while incorporating contemporary artistic techniques. Was selected as the Caithness Collectors Society Annual Paperweight for 2001, and the edition was later closed at 1,165 pieces, adding to its collectability and appeal.
Size: Approximately 11 cm tall x 8 cm diameter (4.3 inches x 3.1 inches), weight 751 g. A superb addition to any Caithness Glass collection and an eye-catching display piece for collectors of British studio glass, contemporary paperweights and modern glass art. I aim to get your items to you as quickly as I can. All items will be very carefully packaged and will be sent tracked for your peace of mind. Please study the photographs as they form part of the description. Feel free to ask any questions - I'm always happy to help. Any stand used in the photography is not included in the sale. Please forward these photographs to me so I can instigate a claim with the carrier.