Lotus by Martin Blank
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Description
Indulge in the opulence of Martin Blank's masterfully hand-blown Lotus sculptures, where each petal is infused with the regal touch of 24-karat gold leaf. The deep, smokey hue, reminiscent of the finest jewels, exudes sophistication and allure, making these pieces an embodiment of refined luxury. Available in three sizes—large, medium, and small—these sculptures offer a versatile elegance, whether showcased individually or as a breathtaking trio. The Lotus captures the light in an extraordinary dance of brilliance, casting a radiant glow that transforms any space into a sanctuary of beauty and exclusivity. Martin Blank, a world-renowned glass artist, has imbued each piece with a sense of timeless luxury, ensuring that these sculptures are not just decorations, but heirlooms of art that will be treasured for generations.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Martin Blank has admired the grace and flow of the human form since childhood, digging into clay at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts at age 13. In 1984, Martin earned a BFA from Rhode Island School of Design. That same year, Blank moved west to begin his professional career in Seattle, working at the center for studio glass and learning from the driving force behind it; Mr. Dale Chihuly. Blank worked on the Chihuly team, bringing his infectious enthusiasm and courageous desire to push the material for several years, all the while establishing his own contributions to the glass movement. Blank's early figurative work swiftly solidified his place as a premier figurative sculptor working in glass. Blank then expanded his contributions to the contemporary glass scene in 2001 when he introduced his sensual and fluid abstract landscapes.
Says Blank, “I am an intuitive artist. I work on the way forms relate to each other to cut a line in space that flows, turns and carries the eye around the piece. The forms reveal a negative space that is as vital and potent as the actual objects. My sculptural work is as much about the void as the mass.”
Martin Blank's work is about carving space. From the commanding musculature of a male torso, to the sensual curve of a vibrant scarlet abstract element, to the placid elegance of monumental glass trees, Martin Blank's creations evoke a direct connection to natural forms. He has created multiple installations in prestigious corporate lobbies and continues to provide impressive public art installations, one of which Fluent Steps, can be seen at the Tacoma Museum of Glass. Fluent Steps is a 200 feet long outdoor sculpture. Martin Blank continues to push the boundaries of glass as a material in contemporary fine art. -
More Information
Documentation: Signed Origin: United States Period: New Materials: Hot Sculpted Glass Condition: New. Styles / Movements: Modern, Contemporary Dealer Reference #: 5718774 Incollect Reference #: 760177 -
Dimensions
W. 16 in; H. 16 in; D. 16 in; W. 40.64 cm; H. 40.64 cm; D. 40.64 cm;
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