Samara Vases - Black Patina Size:Large and shaped to a sphere

and shaped to a sphere

enhanced with enamel and glass "jewels" that sparkle in direct light

This modern bangle was fabricated in frit via cold working and the Pate de verre method

with the look of denim

then sandblasts it to a smooth finish

Samara Vases - Black Patina Size:Large and shaped to a sphereDavid and Reed Bowman design vases which stand alone as sculptural statements, but serve equally well as vessels for fresh flowers and dry arrangements. This work is an exercise in contrasts, with its geometric folds and straight edges softened by the double sweeping curve of the top edge, while its naturalistic, ancient looking patina is set off by a hammered in intricate texture, which is relieved to show the shining metal beneath. It takes its name