Technical Description
A superb Caithness Glass Rummer engraved with a small sailing boat at sea. Large ball knop stem. Engraved and signed by Denis Mann when he was at Caithness Glass. Born in Scotland in 1935 he studied under Helen Monro Turner before going on to found North Lands Creative Glass. Denis produced the trophies for the TV show Mastermind from 1972 until his retirement.
This is Number 1 of a limited edition of 50....so a rare first edition example.
Date & Origin
England, c1970.
Condition
Excellent, no chips cracks or restoration.
Dimensions
Height: 16cm, Diameter Rim: 7.5cm, Foot 7.7cm
Comments
This piece comes from the Dr Jill Turnbull collection which was put together as part of Jill's research for her books, including 'From Goblets to Gaslights, The Scottish Glass Industry 1750-2006. Exhibit will be presenting the collection for sale over the coming months.
