1902-04 WAVE CREST LG HELMSCHMEID SWIRL HP BOUDOIR BOX Lot 96
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LOT 96Seller's Estimate: USD 400 - 475WE SHIP! The AEAA is proud to present this gorgeous hand accented C.F. Monroe, Wave Crest / Mt Washington Glass rare Helmschmeid Swirl, giant ladies boudoir box. This unique box dates from 1902-1904, and features a dual pink & ivory ground with gorgeous blue spring flowers, and triple band ormolu joiner-work. Our treasure stands 6.5 x 6.5 x 4 inches tall, weighing 2# 4 oz., and is in excellent condition with minor tarnish. Helmschmeid Swirl boxes can be seen in The Glass Of C.F. Monroe / by Wilfred Cohen, on Pages #91 & #92,and our box finish is scarce. This classic Mt. Washington / Wave Crest heirloom is a must for any collector. This fine heirloom is from the living estate of Ailene & Buddy Ford, respected, longtime dealers of valuable antiques. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx. In 1877, Charles Fabyan Monroe was hired as a decorator by the Meriden Flint Glass Co. He showed such promise and imagination, that he was frequently sent abroad to study new designs and techniques of European glass manufacturers. Having developed an exceptional sense of style, C.F. Monroe opened his first shop in Meriden, CT. in 1880, located at 36 West Main Street, operating initially in the format of a European glass importer. Shortly thereafter in 1882, he began his decorating studio,
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