Susan was looking over the menus planned for our Symposium Sept. 14-16 in Corning. She
commented that not only is the Corning Museum a feast for the eyes, but we are going to enjoy a feast for the tummy, as well. Delicious food, Delicious glass, Delicious friends…..get your reservations in as soon as you can. You don’t want to miss this wonderful weekend. (Application attached)
One menu surpasses another. Friday evening will be a particular delight. Those who sign up to dine at The Knoll will feast on a delight of hors doeuvres, with a touch of caviar included. A gourmet dinner follows. This is then followed by dessert at Building “B” at CMoG viewing the breathtaking Carder exhibit housed there, while enjoying an upscale dessert array of pickups and wine. Next, is a dedication to Robert Rockwell of candlesticks to complete and preserve an important console set. Then, finally followed by an exhibit of Carder Cut Glass and a talk by Tom Dimitroff.
Like everything else this weekend, an overload for the senses.
If you have a chance take a look at http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?
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This arch designed by Frederick Carder and his brother George was recently dissembled in
England. The person doing this attributes this to the Wordsley School. From a timing standpoint there is some question if it is the Wordsley school. However, there is no doubt of its authenticity.
The Wordsley School and its arch are shown at Ill. 39, p. 23 of Gardner. The Wordsley School was established by Carder in 1891.
When the arch was first removed by the contractor, he left the impression that he wanted his
costs covered and not much more – he was interested in saving it. As you can see, he now is asking about $28,000 for it. Before this came up for sale, some of the Club members were exploring having the Club acquire it, shipping it to Corning and then finding a place in Corning to assemble it.
Obviously the current price makes that impossible. However, as this is written no bids have come forth. If it doesn’t sell, perhaps the Club can see if a more reasonable price is available and there could be practicality in acquiring it and removing it to Corning. Whatever happens, this should lead to some interesting conversation in Corning at the Symposium.