20th Century Design - 21st October 2015
Lot 11
A rare Stevens & Williams Lygon 'Wrythen' table glass set designed by Gordon Russell
Estimate £1,500 - £2,000
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Description
A rare Stevens & Williams Lygon 'Wrythen' table glass set designed by Gordon Russell, retailed by Gordon Russell Limited, clear glass with moulded and twisted decoration, comprising water-jug, footed tazza, four various beakers, five finger bowls, five sherry bowls, five sherry flutes and nine various sized flutes, unsigned, 22.5cm. high (jug). (30).
Literature
Charles R Hajdamach 20th Century British Glass, Antiques Collector's Club, page 152 for examples illustrated.
Annette Carruthers & Mary Greensted Simplicity or Splendour Cheltenham Museum & Art Gallery, page 156 catalogue number 205 for comparable examples.