Dale Chihuly Lime Green and Wisteria Purple Hand Blown Glass Chandelier Large 4.5' 2010

Artist: Dale Chihuly
Description: Lime Green and Wisteria Purple Chandelier
Medium: Hand Blown Glass Chandelier
Studio Number: 10.475.ch1
Size: 46" x 54" x 54"
Year: 2010
Documentation: Includes certificate of authenticity from Modern Artifact and original receipt from Chihuly Studio

Includes: Professional packaging, shipping, engineering and installation

This stunning Dale Chihuly chandelier is a mesmerizing blend of artistry and craftsmanship, featuring an intricate composition of swirling glass pieces in a palette of wisteria purple, lime green, and accent hues. The chandelier's dynamic form is composed of gracefully twisted glass elements that seem to dance and spiral in mid-air, creating a sense of movement and fluidity. The rich wisteria purple provides a deep, calming contrast to the vivid lime green, while delicate accents of grey, yellow, and grass green add layers of complexity to the piece.

As light filters through the chandelier's vibrant glass, it casts a colorful glow that transforms the surrounding space. The interplay of colors and the delicate craftsmanship of each individual glass piece create a captivating visual effect that draws the eye from every angle. The organic, swirling forms evoke the beauty of nature, with the color palette inspired by lush gardens and vibrant blooms. The chandelier's intricate design is not only a testament to Chihuly's mastery of glassblowing techniques but also a celebration of his signature style—bold, innovative, and full of life.

Among all of Dale Chihuly's creations, his large-scale hand-blown glass chandeliers are the most iconic. Chihuly gained fame for his inventive forms and pioneering techniques with the blowpipe, and his innovation is perhaps most vividly showcased in the intricate and unusual compositions of his chandeliers.

Chihuly's Lime Green and Wisteria Purple Chandelier includes a gallery certificate of authenticity. Our experienced team of professional offers packaging and shipping as well as engineering and installation.

About Dale Chihuly

Dale Chihuly is one of the most renowned contemporary glass artists globally, celebrated for his monumental sculptures and installations. He is the visionary behind the breathtaking ceiling at the Bellagio's Conservatory in Las Vegas and the creator of the Rotunda Chandelier at London's Victoria and Albert Museum. Today, Chihuly's glass creations are highly sought-after collectibles among decorative arts enthusiasts.

Despite initially being indifferent to formal education, Chihuly eventually earned both scientific and artistic degrees in sculpture from prestigious institutions. His early interests in interior design and craft evolved into a deep passion for glass. In the late 1960s, he was a Fulbright Fellow and apprenticed at the Venini Glass Factory in Venice, where he mastered the ancient art of Murano glassmaking. Chihuly's innovative approach to glassblowing helped revive this traditional craft, bringing it back into the international spotlight.

Chihuly's work, both large and small, is featured in over 200 of the world's most prestigious decorative art collections, and he has been awarded twelve honorary doctorates. His most famous series include Cylinders and Baskets from the 1970s; Macchia, Venetians, and Persians from the 1980s; Niijima Floats and Chandeliers from the 1990s; and the Fiori series from the 2000s.

For over three decades, Chihuly has led his team of artisans as their artistic director, a role that became necessary after two accidents left him blind in one eye and unable to hold the glassblowing tube. This shift in his career allowed Chihuly to expand the scope of his work, while still preserving his distinctive style.