Description
This miniature glass figurine is a shark caught mid-swim, its sleek grey body tapering to a forked tail. Soft, darker streaks run through the grey glass like light moving through water, and a clean white belly sweeps from the snout along the underside. Every fin is tipped in glossy black, from the tall dorsal fin and the broad side fins to the smaller fins along its back and belly and both points of the tail. Little white eyes with dark centres, three neat gill lines and the gentle curve of a mouth give it a friendly face rather than a fierce one. It is a small piece, 4cm high, 3.5cm wide and 8.5cm deep, so it sits easily in the palm of your hand.
We like it on a bookshelf, a desk or a windowsill, where the glossy glass catches the daylight and draws the eye to something small and unexpected. It suits a glass-fronted cabinet or a shelf of little treasures, and it looks at home beside shells and pebbles gathered from the beach for a coastal corner in a bathroom, hallway or study. Because it is so compact, it fits the narrow spaces larger ornaments cannot, such as the gap at the end of a row of books or the sill above a kitchen sink.
The figurine is made from glass with a smooth, glossy finish, and it rests on its fins on any flat surface without a stand. To keep it bright, dust it with a soft dry cloth, or wipe it gently with a damp cloth and dry it straight away. Pick it up by the body rather than the fin tips, and give it a spot where it will not be knocked. It makes a cheerful small gift that wraps easily, and on a shelf we like it angled slightly, as if it has just turned to swim past.
Specification
| Material |
Glass |
| Colour |
Grey |
| Height |
4cm |
| Width |
3.5cm |
| Depth |
8.5cm |
| Weight |
0.026kg |
Frequently Asked
How big is the glass shark figurine?
It measures 4cm high, 3.5cm wide and 8.5cm deep. It is a small piece that fits easily on a narrow shelf, a desk or a windowsill.
What is the shark made of?
It is made from glass with a smooth, glossy finish. The body is grey, the belly is white and every fin has a black tip.
Does it need a stand to stay upright?
No. It rests on its fins on any flat surface, so it needs no stand, hook or fixing to sit on a shelf or desk.
How do I clean the glass figurine?
Dust it with a soft dry cloth, or wipe it gently with a damp cloth and dry it straight away. Hold it by the body rather than the fins when you pick it up.
Would it make a good gift?
Yes. It is small enough to wrap easily and slip into a gift bag, and its glossy grey and white glass makes a cheerful little present for a shelf or desk.