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Lot 323 Glass Paperweights of the Bergstrom Art Center by Evelyn Campbell Cloak (1969), the first book to document the important collection of the museum with 700 weights illustrated in full color. The book includes an introduction by Helen McKearin with insightful comments about the life of Evangeline Bergstrom, one of history's most respected paperweight collectors. Hardcover. Some aging/curling to the dust jacket; otherwise very good condition. Estimate: $70 - 100

Lot 324 Old Glass Paperweights by Evangeline H. Bergstrom (1948). Fifth printing (1968) with fourth edition book jacket. A book that tremendously increased the popularity of paperweight collecting, containing some of the first accurate information about paperweights and many inspiring words. Hardcover. There is some discoloration and indentations on the cover. Estimate: $100 - 150

Lot 325 One Hundred of the Most Important Paperweights by Paul Jokelson. This early color book documented many of the finest antique French paperweights in the world. Limited edition of 2000 copies. This copy is stamped "No. 1798." Some wear to dust jacket, and yellowing pages. Estimate: $200 - 300

Lot 326 Paperweights and Other Glass Curiosities by E. M. Elville (Third Impression, 1968 Spring Books reprint). This early book presents many interesting observations about the art form. Wear to the dust jacket and some yellowing of the pages; other-wise fine. Estimate: $30 - 50

Lot 327 Antique Glass Paperweights from France by Patricia K. McCawley (1968). A detailed description of some important antique paperweights. Dust jacket shows some wear; yellowing pages. Otherwise fine. Estimate: $40 - 60

Lot 328 A Garland of Weights: Some notes on Collecting Antique French Glass Paperweights for Those Who Don't by Frank J. Manheim (1967). A partner in the New York investment firm of Lehman Brothers talks about the investment potential of paperweights. Limited to 1000 copies. Hardcover. Dust jacket torn and worn; otherwise a fine copy. Estimate: $80 - 100

Lot 329 The Encyclopedia of Glass Paperweights by Paul Hollister, Jr. (1969). A fine copy of the 1970 Clarkson N. Potter, Inc., edition of this highly respected reference guide. Hardcover. Wear and tears in the dust jacket and some writing on an end page; otherwise very good. Estimate: $50 - 80

Lot 330 Glass Paperweights by James Mackay (1973). A comprehensive history of the development of glass paperweights, covering the three greats: Baccarat, St. Louis, and Clichy, as well as chapters on other makers from American to Asian. Colorplates and b/w illustrations. Hardcover. Some tearing of dust jacket; indents on cover. Good condition. Estimate: $20 - 30

Lot 331 Baccarat: Paperweights and Related Glass 1820-1860 by Paul Jokelson and Dena K. Tarshis. Mint condition; book is still in wrapper. Estimate: $30 - 50

Lot 332 Volume No. 13 of Collectors' Pieces: Paperweights by John Bedford (1968), from a series of collectors' handbooks written for the "enthusiast of more modest means." Providing information on where paperweights have come from and how they are made. Some yellowing and underlining on pages; dust jacket worn. Estimate: $20 - 30

Lot 333 Glass Paperweights by Patricia K McCawley (1975), a book of fine weights, both modern and antique. Illustrated in color with descriptions of the various glassmaking factories, and diagrams of canes. Some wear to the dust jacket; otherwise good condition. Lett's Collectors' Guides: Glass Paperweights by Patricia McCawley (1982). Revised edition of McCawley's informative tome. Colorplates. Wear to dust jacket; overall good condition. Estimate: $20 - 30

Lot 334 The Pairpoint Glass Story by George C. Avila (1968). Signed by the author. Hardbound volume. More than 2200 items of glass, silver and other products illustrate the "authoritative account" of the history of Pairpoint Glass. Period black and white photographs show the employees at their crafts. Wear and tear to the dust jacket; otherwise very good condition. Estimate: $100 - 150

Lot 335 Boxed hardcover catalogue of the Glass Paperweights at the Bergstrom-Mahler Museum (1989). Introduction by Geraldine J. Casper. No. 403 of a limited edition of 1500. Signed by the Director, Alex Vance. Indent through box has curled some pages, otherwise very good condition catalogue. Estimate: $20 - 40

Lot 336 Sotheby's auction catalogue, December 2, 1983: "Important Paperweights from the Collection of Paul Jokelson, New York," including a superb collection of Clichy Colorground weights, the Pantin Silkworm weight, and special works by Charles Kazuin and Paul Ysart. Jokelson said of the weights in this auction, "They are as perfect as they can be, lovely, rare and I will miss them." Estimate: $20 - 40

Lot 337 Two Sotheby's auction catalogues including March 12, 1986, "Important Paperweights from the Collection of the Bergstrom Art Center and Various Owners," - also, November 6, 1986 "Important Paperweights" featuring a rare New England Magnum Bouquet paperweight, and a Floral Plaque glass weight that was amongst those attributed in 1984 as examples of Russian artwork. Estimate: $40 - 60

Lot 338 Annual Bulletin of the Paperweight Collectors' Association, two issues: 1974, and 1976. These include articles written by Paul Jokelson, Theresa Greenblatt, Joan Garrity and others. Good condition. Estimate: $60 - 80