Waterford Evolution Series “Cosmic Fire” Paperweight, Orig Pkg - Box - Stikrs - Insert
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:13175000 | Brand: Waterford |
| Glassmaking Technique: Hand Blown | Original/Reproduction: Vintage Original |
| Features: Signed, Limited Edition | Color: Amber & Orange |
This Waterford paperweight is from the lamentably short-lived Evolution series. There were originally supposed to be four in this series corresponding to the four basic elements of Western culture, elements believed to be essential to life: Water, Fire, Earth and Air.
The weights of the Evolution series were inspired by the forms and colors of nature and the series was, in its time, Waterford's most avant garde collection. Infused with exotic colors, these pieces were intended t...o showcase edgy yet classical forms.
“Cosmic Fire” is comprised of pink and amber that swirls beneath a thick blanket of tiny transparent bubbles which are further encased inside a heavy, solid glass globe. Like a slow-moving volcanic flare frozen in time, the mesmerizing twists of these colors and bubbles draw the eye again and again. Each brilliantly clear paperweight exhibits unique properties and is packaged in an official Waterford box and packing with care leaflet.
The only other weight in the Evolution series is the blue-green “Cosmic Waters.” That one is still fairly widely available here at eBay and other places. “Cosmic Fire” is far rarer, though, and is becoming difficult to find.
The weight itself is approximately 2½” high and wide --but--It has to be sent inside its box (I’m assuming you’ll want its original box + all other paperwork, right?), so that means its actually:5” tall x 6½” wide x 6½” deep--and--a box is necessary with the proper dimensions to carefully pack *that* box, prob no smaller than 7" x 7” x 6” or something like that. Just so you know.Weight: Paperweight + box + all original packaging + inserts, etc: 1 pound 10 ounces
This weight is in excellent condition and still as vibrant as the day it was made. In fact, all sides, including the base, are absolutely free of any marks, including the slightest scuffs. I bought this when it was brand new and have kept it safely stored in its original packaging since. In all the ways that matter, this rare beauty is brand new.
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