Stourbridge Glass Museum
Stourbridge Glass Museum, Stuart Works, High Street, Wordsley, West Midlands, DY8 4FB
The glass for auction has been kindly donated for this event.
Simon Cottle
With over 40 years’ experience in the decorative arts, Simon began his career at the Laing Art Gallery in Newcastle upon Tyne in 1980 specialising in glass, ceramics, and silver and later at Glasgow Museums, before joining Sotheby’s in 1990 as Head of British & European Glass. He became a director and leading auctioneer, heading the British & European Ceramics and Glass department in London until 2007. Moving to Bonhams in that year, as Managing Director of Bonhams regional offices in Europe and the US, he continued to work as a specialist and valuer in international glass, before retiring in 2023. Formally Chairman of the Glass Circle and a founder member of the Glass Association, in January 2024 Simon was appointed the Hon. Chairman of the Glass Society. He is also a Fellow of Corning Glass Museum of Glass, New York. For Heritage Open Day, Simon will be bringing his expertise and showmanship for what promises to be an exciting event.
Stourbridge Glass Museum
Journey through time and witness the fascinating story of the Stourbridge Glass Quarter with two floors of historical and contemporary glass exhibitions, live hot glassmaking and glass engravers demonstrating their skills.
From engaging animations and interactive digital displays to live glass making demonstrations and our globally significant collection, Stourbridge Glass Museum is one part of the heritage trail you cannot afford to miss.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 14 September:
- Museum Opening Times: 10:30-16:30. Live Auction: 14:00-14:45
Location & directions
Stourbridge Glass Museum, Stuart Works, High Street, Wordsley, West Midlands, DY8 4FB
- Directions:
- Please use an up to date SAT NAV device with our postcode: DY8 4FB. (Google Maps is more accurate). The closest rail stations are Stourbridge Town and Wolverhampton. Bus routes 16 and 17 depart Stourbridge Interchange every 20 minutes to Brook Street (7 stops, approx. 10 mins.) View a catalogue of the auction items here: https://bit.ly/3MBdobB
- Contact on day:
- Stourbridge Glass Museum
- Telephone number:
- +441384900447
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
The auction will be held in the upper gallery.
