LAPIS PERSIAN PAIR, 2006

"I see the riotous color, contrasting textures, and exotic, Eastern cast of Venice as the spiritual source of the Persians, celebrating the mystery and romance of Venice as much as the distant, yet powerful, presence of Persia and Byzantium," says museum curator Tina Oldknow of Dale Chihuly's Persian series. Bold, they resist conventional classifications of shape but still whisper of exotic and ancient vessels.

Lapis Persian Pair takes hold of all that characterizes this series: vivid, contrasting colors; tantalizing, angular shapes; and molded ribs that create dramatically scalloped edges. In this 2006 Portland Press Studio Edition, an orange and red element rests inside a bright blue spinner with a vivid red lip wrap. Strong shots of electric blue from the larger piece radiate through the transparent bands of the smaller.

This Studio Edition is handblown and measures approximately eleven inches across. The orange and red element is signed by Chihuly. Also included is a display vitrine and the Portland Press book Chihuly Persians. In this charming hardcover, fifty-eight photographs and an essay by Tina Oldknow provide an intriguing study of this beautiful series.

Lapis Persian Pair celebrates the classic origins of the Persian series with exuberant color.

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.