This unique Murano glass sculpture by Paul Kostabi is a unique example of Venetian craftsmanship. Mouth-blown and hand-cut at the Hofmeister Glass Factory in Amberg, it is a truly unique work featuring a vibrant, abstract faces characterized by the artist´s explosive and energetic creaitvity. The glass sculpture is hand-signed by the artist. The artwork measures 30 × 21 × 18 cm and is in good condition.
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Murano glass, named after the island of Murano in the Venetian lagoon, is a symbol of Venetian craftsmanship. Since the 13th century, glassmakers on Murano have perfected their techniques to produce exquisite works. Today, Murano glass remains a symbol of luxury and style worldwide, appreciated for its beauty and artisanal mastery.
Paul Kostabi, born in 1962 in California, is an American artist, musician, and producer, known for his psychedelic, Basquiat-inspired art featuring vibrant, abstract faces. In 2012, he launched his art brand "Bad Things," blending fine art with everyday products. His work exudes an energetic, spontaneous feel characterized by his explosive creativity.
Paul Kostabi is an American artist, musician, and producer known for his raw, expressionistic works that blend Neo-Expressionism with influences from Jean-Michel Basquiat. His vibrant and chaotic style features wild abstractions, cryptic symbols, and word fragments, creating dynamic, emotional pieces. Kostabi's art has been exhibited internationally and is held in major collections, including the Guggenheim Museum and Whitney Museum of American Art. A versatile creative, he has also collaborated with iconic figures like Dee Dee Ramone and co-founded bands such as White Zombie and Psychotica. Paul Kostabi is the brother of the artist Mark Kostabi.
Technique: | Mouth-blown, hand-cut |
Surface: | Glas |
Signed: | Hand-signed |
Topic: | People |
Style: | Abstract Art |
Total Size: | 30.0 × 21.0 × 18.0 cm |