A DIVISION THREE STUDIO ARTIST GLASS BUTTON

1 Extra Large scarce 20th C. Example by the late Harry Wessel. You may be asking yourself how can a studio artist button be scarce, the answer is simple, examples like thus one by the late artist Harry Wessel, the grandfather of Shirley Burgess, a known artist in her own right, created these examples in very limited quantities and often were one of a kind example. These extra large ones like this were made with glistening silk foil images and were his special editions. These are glass buttons made with watch crystals and set with a copper rim and lacquered back. Dimensions: SM=Less than 3/4", Medium=3/4" to 1 1/4". Large=1 1/4" and above, extra large=1 3/4" and above Date or Era: DIVISION 1=PRE 1918 AND DIVISION 3 IS AFTER 1918 Condition Request Condition Report PLEASE NOTE: These buttons for the most part are antique and may have age related wear. We make every effort to point out any significant condition related concerns, but again they are antique and not new. We also cannot be responsible for replaced shanks or issues related to the backs of any buttons on multiple button cards as we do not remove these buttons to re-card them. Please contact us if you would like any further condition reports on any lot.

Estimate:£15.11

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