Dale Chihuly
Dale Chihuly Saffron Seaform Pair Signed 2013 Chihuly Workshop Handblown Glass
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Description
Artist: Dale Chihuly
Title: Saffron Seaform Pair
Medium: Hand Blown Glass Sculpture
Large Element: 7"h x 9.25"w x 7"d
Small Element: 4.25"h x 6.5"w x 4.5"d
Inscription: Signed "CW 13" for Chihuly Workshop, 2013
Year: 2013
Documentation: Gallery Certificate of Authenticity
Dale Chihuly's "Saffron Seaform Pair" exemplifies the artist's modern-era exploration of color, form, and surface detail. This pair demonstrates Chihuly's characteristic use of vibrant, saturated colors and the contrasting lip wrap, which adds visual tension and sculptural complexity to the forms. The bright saffron hues and dynamic shapes exemplify Chihuly's interest in organic, biomorphic structures, recalling natural elements such as sea life and botanical forms while retaining an abstract sensibility. The juxtaposition of the two elements emphasizes scale, proportion, and spatial dialogue, reflecting the artist's ongoing engagement with compositional experimentation.
Created in 2013, "Saffron Seaform Pair" illustrates Chihuly's continued innovation in glass, highlighting his technical mastery, collaborative studio process, and expressive use of color. The work embodies the artist's commitment to pushing the boundaries of contemporary glass sculpture, making it a striking example of his vibrant and experimental modern-era practice.
The work consists of two elements: a larger form measuring 7" high x 9.25" wide x 7" deep and a smaller companion measuring 4.25" high x 6.5" wide x 4.5" deep. The work is signed "CW 13" for Chihuly Workshop and is accompanied by a gallery certificate of authenticity, confirming its provenance and production within the artist's studio.
About Dale Chihuly
Dale Chihuly (b. 1941) is an internationally celebrated American glass artist whose work has shaped the global perception of contemporary studio glass. Known for monumental sculptures, ceiling installations, and immersive garden exhibitions, Chihuly's practice combines technical mastery with a vivid, expressive palette. His installations often transform architectural and natural spaces, inviting audiences to engage with glass in dynamic, spatially complex ways.
Chihuly's career spans over five decades, and his influence is reinforced by the Pilchuck Glass School, which he co-founded in 1971 to promote innovation and collaboration in glass art. His works are held in major public and private collections worldwide, including the Corning Museum of Glass, the Victoria and Albert Museum, and the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Chihuly's public art projects, such as the celebrated "Chihuly Garden and Glass" in Seattle, highlight his commitment to accessibility, scale, and the interplay of color and light. By redefining glass as a monumental and experiential medium, Chihuly has become a central figure in contemporary art, inspiring new generations of artists and expanding the medium's global reach.