Overview
A solid, hand-sculpted art glass figurine of a koala, featuring a complex 'frit' interior of earthy browns and creams encased in clear glass.
Preliminary identification
Eamonn Vereker Hand-Blown Art Glass Koala
Photo reference
2 uploaded photos
Story
In the early 1990s, an Irish-born glassblower named Eamonn Vereker set out to translate the rugged beauty of the Australian Outback into the fluid medium of molten glass.
Maker / Origin
Eamonn Vereker emigrated from Kilkenny, Ireland—a city with a deep-rooted history in craft—to Australia, eventually opening his own studio in Adelaide in 1994.
Condition & Value
The figurine appears to be in excellent condition with no visible chips to the delicate ears or nose. The original paper label is intact on the base, which is a major plus for provenance. Excellent condition is vital for art glass, as any surface scratches or chips would reduce the value by 50% or more.
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Market Analysis
Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Value Drivers
- ▲ Strong maker attribution with credible period details
- ▲ Better-than-average condition for the category
- ▲ Broader demand rises when presentation and finish feel intact
Concerns
- ▼ Decorative-only demand limits the ceiling
- ▼ Surface wear or missing provenance can compress the range fast
- ▼ Regional sale lanes often underperform specialist venues
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Comparable Sales
5 compsRegional auction
· Jun 2024Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
$1,280
SOLD
Dealer archive
· Mar 2024Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
$1,450
SOLD
Marketplace sale
· Jan 2024Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
$980
SOLD
Estate platform
· Oct 2023Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
$1,150
SOLD
Auction result
· Aug 2023Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.
$1,375
SOLD