Sold at Austin Auction Gallery
(3) Handmade Lampworked Glass Figures Of Hermit Crabs
- Price realized
- $603
- Pre-sale estimate
- $150 – $300
- Hammer price
- $475
- Category
- Ceramics, Bowls & Glass
- Sold
- June 6, 2024
- Sale
- SPECIAL DAY 1- June 2024 Fine Antiques & Estates 4-Day Auction Event
Lot description
(lot of 3) Flameworked glass figures of hermit crabs, all apparently unsigned, possibly by Serbay Doru (Turkish, b.1988), (one) lacking a single antenna, remaining antenna likely chipped, (one) body slightly loose in shell; largest: approx 2"h, 3"l, 3"w, 0.25lbs total Provenance: From the estate of Carl Carter (Texas, 1955-2023) Please note: All glass insects/ animals in this auction are inherently fragile. Most are likely to have repairs, small losses, and imperfections. Please assume that they are not in perfect condition and bid accordingly. Per our terms, there will be no refunds based on condition.
This lot sold at a past Austin Auction Gallery sale. Prices realized include the buyer's premium and are provided for research only — they are not an appraisal or a guarantee of future value.