Posted 3 years ago
IronLace
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I've had some super finds in op shops over the years, but I think this has been one of the best hauls I've ever bagged.
It all started with the opaque turquoise blue vase back right. I spotted that in the window display of the Cat Defence op shop, so naturally I walked right in & picked it up. On my way to the counter, I noticed the oxblood & white spatter stick vase, & grabbed it eagerly.
As I left, feeling immensely satisfied, I really didn't expect any more out of the day. Surely this was plenty?
Later, before I went to the supermarket, I thought, well I might as well just pop into the Salvos Store, I've got some time to fill in before I get the bus. Goodness knows, I haven't had any finds there in quite a while, but why not?
My nonchalance was rewarded - shortly after entering the shop, I spotted the blue, bottom - up spatter satin glass vase, & next to it, the small white vase with applied cherries.
So, the first of the haul is pictured in more detail in pictures 2 - 4. This vase made from a single layer of opaque turquoise blue "milk" glass & measures 23 cm tall, 4 cm across the top rim, & 7 cm across the base. It features finely detailed enamel decoration.
Bohemian origin, late 19th century.
More (details) to come!
Wow!! They're all such amazing finds!!!
Many thanks, Scott!
More to come ??? CRIKEY !!!!!
Oh!.. well done Marin..I don’t think I’ve had a ‘find’ in an op shop for yeeeeears!..
Hiya Kevin, no, just more detail pics of these I meant...but maybe I'll hit another op shop in Katoomba on the weekend to see if my luck is still running hot!
Thanks also, Penny! There's treasure to be found in the Mountains, it's been pretty good over the last 3 years...
lucky man
Many thanks, kivatinitz!