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A Rare Early 20thC Glass Domed Snow Globe
The early glass domed snow globe on turned wooden beech base having a ceramic depiction of a seaside bay with cliffs amongst water within, survives from the first quarter of the twentieth century.
In super condition, the globe has not been repaired or restored in any way, much of the water remains and the snow chips have not deteriorated. As such, the globe works as it would have done almost a century ago.
It is unclear when the first snow globes were invented, but they began to appear in the early-nineteenth century in France. It is possible that they were designed as a successor to the glass paperweight, which had become common at the end of the eighteenth century. Snow globes became extremely popular following the Paris Universal Expo of 1878 and within a year there were already half a dozen companies in Europe producing snow globes. Originally, and just like this example, snow globes were made from a heavy lead glass dome on a sealed ceramic base, filled with water. The snow was created from fine pieces of porcelain, sand or bone chips. This example would more than likely have been a souvenir from a British seaside resort such as Penzance.
Early snow globes are excessively rare and this proves a truly enchanting object. Surely nobody ever outgrows a snow globe?
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Private dealer, By appointment only
The Onion Barn, Shoe Cottage,
15 High Street, Blunham,
Bedfordshire, MK44 3NL.
MK44 3NL
Tel : 07729 213013
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In super condition, the globe has not been repaired or restored in any way, much of the water remains and the snow chips have not deteriorated. As such, the globe works as it would have done almost a century ago.
It is unclear when the first snow globes were invented, but they began to appear in the early-nineteenth century in France. It is possible that they were designed as a successor to the glass paperweight, which had become common at the end of the eighteenth century. Snow globes became extremely popular following the Paris Universal Expo of 1878 and within a year there were already half a dozen companies in Europe producing snow globes. Originally, and just like this example, snow globes were made from a heavy lead glass dome on a sealed ceramic base, filled with water. The snow was created from fine pieces of porcelain, sand or bone chips. This example would more than likely have been a souvenir from a British seaside resort such as Penzance.
Early snow globes are excessively rare and this proves a truly enchanting object. Surely nobody ever outgrows a snow globe?
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 29/OCT/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Phone or visit the website to buy, Free UK shipping.
DimensionsHeight 3 inches
Diameter 2.25 inches (at base)
Category Antique Glass
Date c.1920-30
Early 20th Century Antiques Material Glass
Origin English
Condition Very Good.
Item code as155a704
Status Sold
£190.00 
$246.92 
€228.63 
$
€
Conversion rates as of 29/OCT/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Phone or visit the website to buy, Free UK shipping.
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Doe And Hope
Private dealer, By appointment onlyThe Onion Barn, Shoe Cottage,
15 High Street, Blunham,
Bedfordshire, MK44 3NL.
MK44 3NL
Tel : 07729 213013
Non UK callers : +44 7729 213013
Get directions to Doe And Hope
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