RADIANT PERSIAN PAIR, 2003

The pieces allude to romance, mystery, an ancient world and its survival in the present, notes art historian Robert Hobbs of Dale Chihuly's Persian series. Chihuly, on a search for new form, developed a series that conjures images of the East, recognizable by their writhing forms and contrasting ribbons of color. Often grouped into arrangements of more than one element, the Persians are caches of exotic visions.

The graceful undulating profile of Radiant Persian Pair induces an illusion of flexibility. Bright yellow warms each element, while fine dark lines wind around the form. Black lip wraps contrast the yellow bodies, and the two elements just kiss, back-to-back. For Chihuly, each Persian grouping represents an environment, and no matter how big or small, these environments remain conceptually linked to each other through their relationship to the space they inhabit,explains museum curator Tina Oldknow.

Measuring approximately eleven inches across, this signed handblown work is presented in a Plexiglas vitrine. The set is completed by the Portland Press hardcover publication Chihuly Persians. This 104-page full-color book will enhance one's understanding of this wonderful series.

A 2003 Portland Press Studio Edition, Radiant Persian Pair is an elegant study that glows with warm color and swirling form.

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.