 Combining shapes born from gravity and strengthened by gentle waves, Dale Chihuly's Macchia occupy a place between fragile and fortified. "Chihuly's glass is purely about the creation of form, given the reality that glass is liquid when hot and that gravity is a fact of life; when liquid, glass wants to fall, to droop, to sag," remarks former curator Henry Geldzahler. These natural properties of hot glass can be harnessed to create shapes that appear organic and fluid even when cool. A Portland Press 2006 Studio Edition, Desert Yellow Macchia exhibits supple curves along a softly bowed form, creating an illusion of continuing collapse. Two shades of green "jimmies," small pieces of colored glass rolled onto the golden yellow surface of the form, stand out against a bright red body wrap and accentuate a forest green lip. The work is signed by Chihuly and measures approximately eight inches across. This handblown Studio Edition arrives with a custom-designed display vitrine and Chihuly alla Macchia, a book detailing the evolution of this series with 104 photographs and an introduction by art historian Robert Hobbs. Alive with the memory of its molten state, Desert Yellow Macchia is an inspiring addition to any fine art collection. Price includes $100 for shipping and handling within the US (choose "Domestic - Studio Edition Glass" as your shipping option on the order form and no additional charge will be added). Each Edition is shipped via 2-day air but please allow for order processing. If you have designated an international delivery address you will be charged an additional $100 for shipping. All custom charges, duties and/or taxes are the responsibility of recipient. |
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