Filigree Twist Foglio

This blown glass vessel from Patchen's "Foglio" series is created with the cane technique. To make cane, Patchen encases a rod of white glass in molten clear glass then it is stretched 50-60 feet long, reducing its diameter to about the thickness of a pencil. After cooling, the long rod is cut into 6" lengths, reheated and rolled onto a molten glass bubble on a blowpipe. Closing the end creates a striped bubble which Patchen can then twist and manipulate the create the wavy lines in this work. After gathering molten clear glass on top of this pattern, the final shape is blown. Few artists have mastered this technique to the degree that David Patchen has, as evidenced by his large and precise work and his standing in the glass world.

Since this Foglio has been double-encased, it is significant with great three-dimensional optics and depth. The flared base provides great stability; museum wax is recommended if added security is desired. Available in white, black and vibrant blue.