Dartington #FT222 RARE Frank Thrower Glass 'Volterra' Vase

Description

An exceptionally rare and stunning large green glass 'Volterra' floor vase, made by Wood Bros. of Yorkshire for British firm Dartington, and designed by Frank Thrower in 1978, pattern number FT222. Shown in the book Frank Thrower & Dartington Glass by Eve Thrower + Mark Hill, page 55. Also shown on Mark Hill's website [Link], where he mentions it is thought that "only one truck-load was ever made and delivered"! Still has the remains of the original Dartington label (partially worn away). Would make an excellent and unique addition to any collection.

Size

Measures approx 10.25 inches tall by 9 inches in diameter at widest point.

Condition

Excellent condition, no chips or cracks, just a couple of faint surface scratches, hardly noticeable at all, and only mentioned for complete accuracy of description.