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Bertil Vallien for Kosta Boda, Att. Silver Boat Series, Art Glass Sculpture

$2,492.88
£1,800
€2,117.21
CA$3,391.37
A$3,768.56
CHF 1,974.76
MX$46,214.63
NOK 25,186.96
SEK 23,694.97
DKK 15,801.93
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This striking work of Swedish art glass design is by Bertil Vallien (b. 1938 - ), a celebrated glass artist, sculptor, ceramist, and designer. This piece is attributed as a variation of the Columbus series which Vallien created for Kosta Boda and is 1 of 100 pieces. Suspended inside the sculpture are symbols through which Vallien communicates, icons, and mythological expression. This boat tells the journey from yesterday to tomorrow. The ship forms an encapsulated timeline where the stern is the past, and the bow is what is to come. The center of the boat bears the passenger, ladder, and a celestial body. The bow is clear, as the future is unwritten and hopeful. The piece is finished with solid clear interior created by the pouring of molten glass and silver plating on the exterior. Vallien's sand casting technique has brought him worldwide acclaim. Using wooden models, he creates a hollow in the sand which is then filled with various powdered oxides giving finishings from textures to frosted patterns of colour. The 'story' is created by Vallien with the placement of the symbols and icons before molten glass is poured into the sand moulds. CONDITION Excellent, no chips, cracks or repairs. Age-commensurate wear, most prominently on the exterior silver plating, please refer to photos as they form part of the condition report. The sculpture is inscribed with '7520114 Kosta Boda, Lim. ['Limited Edition'] B Vallien ' and labelled on the exterior with the 'KOSTA BODA, Sweden 1742' label.
  • Creator:
    Kosta Boda (Workshop/Studio),Bertil Vallien (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.3 in (5.85 cm)Width: 9.8 in (24.9 cm)Depth: 2.6 in (6.61 cm)
  • Style:
    Scandinavian Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c. 2000s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Frome, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6310239036492

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