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Rare collectible hand-blown art glass by John Barber-Laguna Beach - $225 (Redlands)
condition:
excellent
make / manufacturer:
John Barber
model name / number:
Goblett
size / dimensions:
9 x 3 1/2 x 3 1/2
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Crafted with fine iridescent finish and delicate “pulled-feather” textural design, this vase is both beautiful and versatile — perfect for a collector, interior design accent, or luxury décor.
✅ Features:
Signed “John Barber” on underside
Studio-quality craftsmanship, not a mass-production piece
Unique finish with shimmering tones and glass-textured decoration
Excellent condition — no chips, cracks or repairs
Measures approx. [insert dimensions: e.g., 14″ tall × 6″ diameter]
Pickup in Redlands, CA or arranged shipping at buyer’s cost
💲 Price:
$225 OBO (open to reasonable offers)
Based on recent market comps for similar John Barber works in the $300-$450 range, this is a strong value for a signed studio piece of this quality.
📍 Location:
Redlands / San Bernardino County — local pickup preferred; shipping nationwide available (buyer arranges cost).
🔎 Why you’ll love it:
With the signature, premium finish, and authentic studio pedigree, this isn’t just décor — it’s collectible art. Ideal for art glass enthusiasts, mid-century style fans, or anyone looking for a stunning statement vase with investment potential.
✨ About the Artist
John Barber was a studio glass artist based in Laguna Beach, California.
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His work often features iridescent finishes, pulled-feather/mottled designs, and signed pieces.
According to his Facebook page and local reports, his studio (John Barber Glass Designs) closed around 2024 and he is listed as having passed away in 2025.
Because the studio is no longer active and the artist is deceased, his works can have increased collectibility.
Authentication and Attribution
This hand-blown glass vessel is an original studio work by John Barber, a renowned American glass artist based in Laguna Beach, California. The piece bears Barber’s authentic etched signature on the underside of the base, executed in his characteristic fine cursive script using a diamond-point stylus. While the signature does not include a visible year of manufacture, the craftsmanship, iridescent surface finish, and organic design elements are consistent with Barber’s mid-to-late career studio production (circa 1980s–2000s). Each piece was individually made and signed by Barber, not mass-produced, making it a unique example of his artistry. The work exemplifies his hallmark combination of iridescent luster, pulled feathering, and refined form that earned him recognition as one of California’s leading studio glass artists.