Louis Saint Louis Fruit Piedouche Paperweight, Dated and Signed "SL 1985" with a date cane, visible at the base of the weight. The piedouche shape is highly sought after by collectors of antique and contemporary paperweights, as it combines both the typical round paperweight and a basket with a lovely white latticinio design.
EXCELLENT CONDITION, with no nicks, chips, cracks or scratches. The fruit lampwork is original and realistic, nicely magnified by the glass.
The fruit sits on a bed of green leaves, on what looks like a basket. The lower portion, which supports the weight, has a delicate white latticinio design. Measures 3 inches in diameter, with a height of 2 and 7/8 inches.
This 1985 piedouche was designed to replicate the original antique circa 1850 French paperweight by St. Louis Fruit Piedouche Paperweight Signed & Dated 1985 Saint Louis" is in sale since Friday, March 19, 2021. This item is in the category "Pottery & Glass\Glass\Art Glass\Paperweights". The seller is "walrens" and is located in Flushing, New York. This item can be shipped to North, South, or Latin America, all countries in Europe, all countries in continental Asia.