Magnum Selkirk 1988 Limited Edition Abstract Calypso Paperweight with Certificate

  
Magnum Selkirk 1988 Ltd Ed Abstract Calypso Paperweight with Certificate. Magnum Selkirk 1988 Limited Edition Abstract Calypso Paperweight with Certificate. This paperweight has a colorful abstract design reminiscent of a twirling calypso dancer kicking up dust on the ground. It is number 51 out of a limited edition of 500 paperweights. It is signed in script on the base "SELKIRK GLASS SCOTLAND CALYPSO 51/500 1988" and comes with its original certificate.

A fantastic item from Selkirk Glass. Please Note: The stand shown in the pictures is not included with the paperweight. It is shown for illustration only. Note on white glare : Please ignore the white areas, they are glare from the light.

Selkirk Glass founded in 1977 by Peter Holmes and Ron Hutchinson. Peter apprenticed under Paul Ysart at Caithness from 1963 and continued at Caithness until 1977. Ron Hutchinson, a graduate of Edinburgh University, was also at Caithness.

Selkirk produced a wide range of paperweight styles including abstract, lampwork and millefiori paperweights. The company was located in Selkirk, Scotland in the Borders Region.

Very large size: 3 5/16" diameter by 2 3/16" high. The bottom is ground concave. Magnum sized, it weighs 28 ounces. Signature: It is signed in script on the base "SELKIRK GLASS SCOTLAND CALYPSO 51/500 1988" and comes with its original certificate.

No chips, cracks, or scratches found on inspection. Allan's Paperweights is owned by Allan Port.

If in doubt, please check with me first. Please do not ask me to declare this a gift.

This item is in the category "Pottery & Glass\Decorative Pottery & Glassware\Paperweights". The seller is "paperweights" and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States, Germany, Japan, Canada, United Kingdom, France.

1. Country/Region of Manufacture: Scotland
2. Style: Abstract Calypso Paperweight
3. Material: Glass
4. Type: Paperweight
5. Features: Signed, dated, limited edition, certificate
6. Color: Multicolored
7. Year Manufactured: 1988
8. Country of Origin: Scotland
9. Glassmaking Technique: Furnace work
10. Type of Glass: Paperweight
11. Subject/Theme: Abstract Calypso Paperweight
12. Brand: Selkirk
13. Production Style: Art Glass