Randy Strong, artist and designer in hot glass for 40 years, has worked continuously throughout his career producing innovative designs in glass that continually influence the ever-changing and growing community of studio glass artists. Strong is one of a handful of the early pioneering American Glass Artists to help define American Studio Art Glass. Before he was to enter the world of glass, however, he began his broad education in the arts by working in and collecting photography. In the late 60s, he was working as an events photographer for the Oakland Tribune, and for a brief period, was privileged to work with and learn from photographer Ansel Adams. His first taste of working in glass came in 1969 at the California College of Arts and Crafts in Oakland, California, where he began by studying ceramics and was fortunate to have as his mentor, the renowned ceramicist, Peter Voulkos. Upon graduation in 1970, he received one of the first scholarships to the University of Art in Osaka, Japan, as one of the first exchange students between the Universities of California, California College of Arts and Crafts, and Osaka, Japan. That grounding in ceramics led him into the largely unknown (at that time ) frontier of studio art glass. In 1970, he was with Dale Chihuly when Dale and the Haubergs selected the location for the now renowned Pilchuck Glass School in Seattle, Washington — and the journey into that frontier was well underway. Many of today’s successful, working glass artists are either former students or have worked with or for him at one time. His work, ranging from his distinctive crystal and gold goblets and his ground-breaking work with dichroic glass, to his imposing cast sculptures, and now his seemingly gravity-defying, color-saturated, multi-piece sculptures, have been acquired by collectors internationally and are a part of collections ranging from The Corning Museum in New York to the Louvre in Paris. Strong’s work through the last four decades has been characterized by the use of difficult, defining techniques, materials, colors and forms. His newest sculptural work again breaks new ground by challenging the concept of solid form in glass by further expressing its personality in lightness and movement. In 1970, he built and established his studio and gallery in Northern California, where he continues to create, design and teach. After 45 years of making distinctive work in glass, he is continuing to make a limited number of pieces a year while he compiles his book — “The Glassmakers” — spotlighting and detailing the history of the pioneers in glass responsible for creating what now exists as the American Glass Movement. The R. Strong Glass Studio in Berkeley, California, has been creating high-quality glasswork that has been capturing the imagination of galleries, collectors and museums since 1970. Strong has dedicated his life to pushing the limits of hot glass and developing a style that cannot be found anywhere else. Collected all over the world, including the Louvre in Paris, Strong’s designs from his goblets to his sculpture never cease to inspire awe and wonder. From 1971–2013, the R. Strong Glass Studio has been a frequent excursion for visitors to see hand-blown glass being made-up close. Although Strong recently closed the doors to his Berkeley studio, at 67, he continues to produce his unique artwork in various glass studios around the Bay Area, and is currently writing a book about the glassmakers of the American Studio Glass movement.
Art-Deco goblets owned by legendary fashion icon André Leon Talley!
By Randy Strong
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Fabulous barware set of (10) Randy Strong goblets with a storied provenance, owned by legendary fashion icon André Leon Talley! Hand-blown black glass with an etched signature on re...
Gold Leaf
12 Steuben Art Deco Jade and Alabaster Water Goblets
By Steuben Glass
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1920s, Steuben, Corning New York. This set of 12 plus a spare (total 13) of Art Deco goblets are sublime examples of early colored Steuben gl...
Glass
Enameled Glass Wine Goblet by Moser
By Moser
Located in New Orleans, LA
Enameled Glass Wine Goblet Moser Late 19th Century This large wine goblet is a stunning showcase of Moser's renowned craftsmanship and luxurious design. The goblet features a striki...
Art Glass
$2,167 / item
H 10.24 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in
Set of 17 Murano Art Glass Goblets in Art Deco Taste, Italy, circa 1930-1940
By Cappellin
Located in Vigonza, Padua
A remarkable and highly decorative set of 17 Murano art glass goblets, made in Italy and dating to approximately 1930-1940. The group presents an extraordinary variety of forms, colors, and stem constructions, while maintaining a strong visual coherence that makes the ensemble particularly striking as a collection. Each goblet is individually hand-crafted, with distinct silhouettes ranging from flared conical bowls to rounded trumpet forms, and with elaborately modeled stems featuring ribbed knops, applied ornaments, spiral feet, aventurine-like inclusions, and sculptural details in contrasting tones. The palette includes vivid ruby red, cobalt blue, aquamarine, turquoise, emerald green, and amethyst shades, often combined within the same piece to create refined chromatic contrast. The set embodies the refined decorative sensibility of Murano glass production in the Art Deco period, where Venetian glassmaking tradition meets a more modern, elegant, and theatrical design language. Rather than being strictly uniform, the goblets were conceived as a harmonious decorative suite, united by their craftsmanship, proportions, and stylistic spirit. This collection is especially suitable for collectors of Murano glass, Art Deco interiors, and high-level decorative objects, and would also make an exceptional visual statement in a dining room, display cabinet, or curated interior project. PROVENANCE Acquired from an old antiques Venice shop; in the A & MYART Collection since 2004. Each goblet is hand-blown and individually formed. Excellent condition, like new . SINGLE DESCRIPTION GOBLET 1 Murano Art Glass Goblet No. 1, Green Spiral Bowl and Amber Stem, Italy, circa 1930-1940 Elegant Murano art glass goblet, Italy, circa 1930-1940, in refined Art Deco taste. The piece features a tall flared bowl in translucent green glass with spiral ribbing, raised on a warm amber-toned stem with applied side ornaments and a matching green circular foot. The composition combines strong verticality with lively decorative movement, characteristic of Murano production of the second quarter of the 20th century. A highly decorative and collectible example, suitable both as a standalone object and as part of a curated group of Murano goblets. Dimensions: height 26 cm; diameter 9.5 cm. GOBLET 2 Murano Art Glass Goblet No. 2, Ruby Bowl with Aquamarine Stem, Italy, circa 1930-1940 Murano art glass goblet, Italy, circa 1930-1940, with a deep ruby-red rounded bowl and an elegant aquamarine-toned ribbed stem enriched by small applied side ornaments. The spiral foot in matching ruby glass gives the piece a particularly strong decorative identity. The contrast between the rich bowl and the lighter sculptural stem reflects the refined theatricality associated with Murano glass in the Art Deco period. Dimensions: height 27 cm; diameter 10 cm. Provenance: old antiques Veniceshop; A & MYART Collection since 2004. GLOBET 3 Murano Art Glass Goblet No. 3, Blue Bowl with Red Sculptural Stem, Italy, circa 1930-1940 Striking Murano art glass goblet, Italy, circa 1930-1940, featuring a luminous turquoise-blue flared bowl and a sculptural stem in ruby and gold-toned glass with applied side elements. The blue foot balances the composition and reinforces its chromatic unity. This goblet stands out for its compact proportions and strong decorative presence, combining contrasting colors with a distinctly hand-modeled central section. Dimensions: height 27 cm; diameter 10 cm. Provenance: old antiques Venice shop; A & MYART Collection since 2004. GOBLET 4 Murano Art Glass Goblet No. 4, Pale Aquamarine Conical Bowl, Italy, circa 1930-1940 Refined Murano art glass goblet, Italy, circa 1930-1940, with a tall pale aquamarine conical bowl, a finely composed ribbed and sculptural stem, and a spiral foot in matching tones. The restrained color palette gives this piece particular elegance and visual lightness. Its silhouette is especially graceful, balancing a pure geometric bowl with richly modeled Murano stem work. Dimensions: height 27 cm; diameter 10 cm. Provenance: old antiques Venice shop; A & MYART Collection since 2004. GOBLET 5 Murano Art Glass Goblet No. 5, Cobalt Bowl...
Slag Glass
Midcentury Art Deco Crystal Vase by Art Vannes, Floral Design, 1950s
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Midcentury hand blown crystal vase by Art Vannes A stunning very heavy piece in natural crystal in a stylized floral shape design, made ...
Crystal
Enameled Art Glass Vase by Adrien Mazoyer, 1920s Art Deco Design
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Enameled Art Glass Vase by Adrien Mazoyer (1887-1950), Moulins, France, 1920s. This stunning enameled art glass vase by Adrien Mazoyer features beautifully intricate large daisies, r...
Art Glass
Art Deco Crystal Water Goblets Set of 16 Extra Tall
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1920s, attributed Austria. These sublime, amazingly tall (11 3/4 inches) crystal water goblets, with their dramatic Art Deco silhouette and...
Crystal
Art Deco Goblet by La Maison Desny, Silver Plate, France, Circa 1930s
By La Maison Desny
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This refined silver beaker showcases the clean lines and geometric simplicity characteristic of French modernist design of the 1930s. Its elegant cylindrical form and minimalist aest...
Silver Plate
Art Glass Graal Goblet by Wilke Adolfsson 1990
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Art Glass Graal Goblet by Wilke Adolfsson 1990 A large goblet made of art glass, designed and produced by the Swedish glass artist Wilke Adofsson in 1990. Blue and purple glass deco...
Art Glass
Art Deco Vases by Walther 'Germany'
By Walther & Sohne
Located in Verviers, BE
Vase from the Walther factory in Germany, from their midcentury production. This Faceted sides so that they catch the light when you pass by, and are of sufficient weight to ensure ...
Glass
Art Deco Carafe
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
In a good condition beautiful Art Deco carafe with blue and white dots. The carafe is probably from Belgium or France.
Blown Glass
Unavailable|$559
H 10.6 in W 4.3 in D 4.3 in
Amazing, Artistic Murano Art Glass Large Goblet by Carlo Nason, Italy 1970
By Carlo Nason
Located in Catania, IT
Refined artistic glass goblet, Italy, Murano production around the 70s. Original brand present in Nason production. Goblet with a particular design, in clear glass handmade in shades...
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
$775 / set
H 5.5 in Dm 3.25 in
1930s Cranberry Optic Glass Art Deco Style Footed Ice Tea Goblets, Set of Ten
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A set of ten, elegant Art Deco era Cranberry Glass footed goblets, circa 1930. Gorgeous color! The tumblers show a wide panel optic pattern around the Cranberry...
Blown Glass, Optical Glass