Cup Sculptures

Provenance: Collection of Emily Johnston De Forest and Robert Weeks De Forest, New York, by 1911-until 1942; thence by descent until 2018. Literature: ...

Christina Cody Flower Goblet, 2012 Borosilicate glass 15h x 4.50w x 4.50d in 38.10h x 11.43w x 11.43d cm CC001

cotton, thread, ceramic

Kiva Ford Orange Bottle in a Bottle, 2014 Borosilicate glass 16h x 5w x 5d in

Kiva Ford Red Bottle in a Bottle, 2014 Borosilicate glass 19h x 5.5w x 5.5d in

Kiva Ford Teal Bottle in a Bottle, 2014 Borosilicate glass 20h x 6w x 6d in

Louis Sclafani’s exploration in glass began as an undergraduate majoring in ceramics at Alfred University, Alfred, New York. In 1976, Louis spent a semester abroad studying ceramics at the Siena School of Art, Italy. On a field trip to Venice, he found himself fascinated by the glass of Venice and the Island of Murano. He secured an apprenticeship with renowned glass sculptor Loredano Rosin and returned to Venice soon after to launch deeper into the world of glass. While living in a tent on a roof top behind Loredano’s studio, he learned from the best and found his own artistic direction. This “summer” job would last three years. His experience in Venice since 1976 has given him an extended family and the pleasure of working with Davide Fuin...