RARE 1920s COBALT Glass WIG WAM Pattern - 2 CANDLESTICK

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From a fabulous estate sale at a wonderful old house, I do not know the name of this pattern or who made this pair of candle holders or when. The previous owner's daughter believes that they date from the 1920's-1930's. Judging by the pattern and look of these stunning pieces, I think that is probably correct. Thanks to a very nice and more knowledgable ebayer, I now know that this pattern is called Wig Wam. It is shown in some depression glass books. The ones I checked don't have it - but that may be because it's "scarce to rare," according to the ebayer who emailed me. -- Please check my listings for a matching console bowl or vase since I am always happy to combine wins to save you on shipping costs. ALSO, if you happen to know anything about this pattern, I would love to hear from you! -- These fan-shaped pieces measure 4" in diameter x 3 1/4" tall. The gorgeous cobalt blue glass fans out in various surfaces and each has raised designs on the exterior in arrows, triangles, chevrons and other geometric / abstract decorations. I am not sure whether this would be an art nouveau or art deco design ? Both pieces are in generally excellent condition. On one, however, I can feel some roughness in a couple of spots on the top and bottom edge. (I had hoped that the close-up would show something but they're still to tiny to see.) With my magnifying glass I can see what appears to be a couple of teensy fleabites. I say "appears" because it is extremely difficult to tell. T are so many planes, surfaces, and corners - I can't really tell if t's a fleabite or a production glitch or ... ? Because of that, I am starting this pair at a low price with no reserve. A rare and beautiful old pair of candle holders to enjoy displaying and using!! ______________________________________________________________________ READ BEFORE BIDDING (I know its boring, but you really SHOULD) : NO CHECKS!! ****IF YOU ARE WITHIN THE USA, I WILL ACCEPT PAYPAL OR MONEY ORDER PAYMENTS -- IF YOU ARE NOT CURRENTLY IN THE USA , DO NOT BID UNLESS YOU WILL PAY THROUGH PAYPAL .****I send an email and/or invoice after the auction. If you have a spam blocker that requires me to fill out a form before emailing you - YOU WILL NOT GET AN EMAIL. You may contact me, however. It's a good idea to wait for the invoice before paying since occasionally I over-estimate the shipping cost. I reserve the right to remove listings at any time if they have no bids. I rarely do so, but occasionally I become attached to my lovely old items and do not believe all the "watchers" really want -- or deserve -- them if they don't care enough to bid before the day the auctions close. My items are USED AND/OR OLD and my "sniffer" is NOT sensitive -- so I can not speak to their previous residence in homes that may have included pets, smoking, perfume, dust, etc. - I am warning you now since this is not considered an overlooked flaw and is no reason to return for refund Unless otherwise stated in the item description, I leave the cleaning of all items up to the buyer. READ COMPLETE DESCRIPTION, LOOK AT PICTURES, & ASK QUESTIONS BEFORE BIDDING. I do not consider the transaction concluded until you have received your item. Once you let me know the item has arrived safely and is acceptable, I will leave feedback for you. If t are problems with the item, EMAIL me immediately BEFORE leaving feedback. I ship by PRIORITY Mail or FED EX ground. Unless otherwise requested, by the cheapest method. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING SHIPPING OR IF THE COST IS NOT PROVIDED IN THE LISTING -- PLEASE CONTACT ME IF YOU WANT A SHIPPING QUOTE!! I do not include shipping costs on some items since the ebay calculator does not include Fed Ex. PLEASE NOTE THAT FED EX REQUIRES -- a PHYSICAL ADDRESS within the 48 contiguous US states (NOT to Hawaii, Alaska, PO boxes, Military bases/camps, etc.) I must also have a TELEPHONE NUMBER for the package. If you do not send me... read more

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