MAJESTIC MACCHIA, 2009

Dale Chihuly's triumphant Black series debuted in 2007 and features a dominant use of black intensified with striking colors. " I started the Black series with making the Black Cylinders. I wasn't necessarily going to do anything else in black, but I went ahead and did the Soft Cylinders in black, the Baskets in black, the Macchia in black, and about that time I kind of felt it was a series unto itself, explains Chihuly.

Portland Press is thrilled to introduce the first Studio Edition from the Black series, Majestic Macchia. The rhythmic form fluctuates in one fluid movement with contrasting colors meeting in this inaugural 2009 Studio Edition. The black exterior is accented with a mixture of blue tones including a line of soft turquoise melted into sections of gold leaf. The interior radiates lustrous blue, and a bright green color highlights the lip.

Accompanying each piece is the largest formatted publication on the artist's work to date, Chihuly Black, which features 138 beautiful color photographs and a debossed leather-bound cover. Majestic Macchia, measuring ten inches in height, is signed by Chihuly and includes a Plexiglas vitrine for display.

An impressive representation of the Black series, Majestic Macchia combines modern eloquence with original design.

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.