Harry Thompson's Glass (2)

These items were made by or for Harry Thompson during his time in the glass making business. Harry Thompson began his work at BLENKO GLASS leaving only because he wanted a better life for his family and INDIANA GLASS offered more money for a craftsman with his skill.

Mr. Larry Thompson provided this brief description of the glass photos: IF you have questions or need for information about an item, write theblenkoproject@aol.com and we'll provide larger copy and ask Mr. Thompson for the info you desire. I know you will relish seeing this wonderful collection, the items are all uniquely beautiful - - - made even more special by learning about Mr. Thompson. Now I will begin my quest to own a HARRY THOMPSON piee of Blenko to add to my Shorty Finley, Les Womack, Dave Osburn, Randy Rider, Powers shelf. THANK YOU TO THE THOMPSON FAMILY for sharing.
The plates were made in 1939 by the blenko people for mom and dad's wedding. they were used for thanksgiving dinner til we all graduated highschool, yes i graduated. The pinch glasses, creamer and cruet were aded to the table later.
Most of the air twist dad had given to family and i gathered it up.
The tangerine mugs were given to my oldest brother for his wedding.
Dad made several paperweights back in the controld buble days out of marine cristal with ruby and colbolt inside. The two in the picktures were made in the early 60's th show someone what would hold up under the heat of moltin glass.
The bell vase with colbalt foot is no.58 i am presuming that the ruby jug withe upside down handles is a end of day peace.