Elevate your art glass collection with this magnificent vintage Fenton Charleton Roses on Peach Crest Basket. Released in 1999 as an exclusive, showcase piece for Fenton’s premier Connoisseur Collection, this exceptional basket stands as a breathtaking testament to the apex of American glassmaking.
The body is masterfully crafted using Fenton's multi-layered "Peach Crest" formula, featuring a warm, blushing pink interior cased beautifully within a striking white milk glass exterior. The split-ribbed twisted handle is flawlessly applied by hand, leading to a beautifully crimped ruffled rim. The exterior is individually hand-decorated in the historic "Charleton" tradition, showcasing meticulously painted soft pink roses and delicate floral sprigs framed by high-relief, raised 22kt gold scrollwork detailing.
This is a rare, individually numbered investment piece for the dedicated Fenton enthusiast. Designed by renowned Fenton designer Kim Plauché, this basket is strictly limited to only 1,750 pieces worldwide, with this specific item bearing the hand-painted registration number 1718 of 1750 on its base.
Collection: 1999 Fenton Connoisseur Collection (Limited Edition)
Pattern/Design: Roses on Peach Crest in the Historic "Charleton" Style
Design & Accents: Designed by Kim Plauché; features hand-painted pink floral motifs and raised 22kt gold gilt scrolls
Limited Edition Registry: Piece Number 1718 of 1750
Dimensions: Stands Approximately 8 Inches Tall
Condition: Excellent Vintage Condition – No chips, cracks, or repairs. Normal manufacturing variations inherent to handmade studio art glass, such as slight tool marks, minor handle seam variations, or tiny ash inclusions within the cased layers, may be present.
