NEPTUNE BLUE SEAFORM, 2011

The Seaform series emerged from Dale Chihuly’s never-ending exploration to push the properties of molten glass. A “ribbing” effect created by an optic mold contributes to the aquatic silhouette of these flowing forms, making them appear suspended yet mobile, organic, and alive. Art critic Joan Seeman Robinson discusses this vital quality in the Seaforms: “Watching the process of glass blowing and the effect of gravity on the hot and supple materials is like witnessing a time-lapse recording of proliferating sea life, the glass forms germinating like palpable living organisms.”

An enigmatic underwater world is brought to light in the 2011 Studio Edition Neptune Blue Seaform. A skillful technique called “blow-through” creates an optical gradation effect that allows light to refract with clarity through the sculpture’s nearly translucent center to its deep indigo rim. Ribbons of mineral green rhythmically wrap the scalloping Seaform body. These subtle color effects are counterbalanced by a citron lip wrap.

The Neptune Blue Seaform Studio Edition measures approximately nine inches across and is engraved with Chihuly’s signature. Each Studio Edition is accompanied by a Plexiglas vitrine and a copy of Chihuly Seaforms, which includes forty-four full-color photographs and an essay by Joan Seeman Robinson.

Portland Press is pleased to present Neptune Blue Seaform, an inspired manifestation of art and imagery.

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.