Abstract Linear Glass Dish
Decorative art, studio glass vessel • Unidentified studio glass artist; likely a boutique studio or independent craft practitioner.
Style & Movement
Contemporary Craft / Abstract Minimalism
Medium & Technique
Kiln-formed / fused glass with slumping and surface inclusions. Features internal linear stringer-work, bubble entrapment, and applied frit or enamel for texture.
Creation Period
Contemporary (late 20th to early 21st century, circa 1990-present)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 5 x 5 inches; square shallow dish format.
Subject Description
Non-representational abstract composition featuring a central field of intersecting black lines (stringers) against a translucent amber background, flanked by opaque dark grey/blue borders. Intentional air bubbles are trapped within the layers for dimensionality.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair; visible surface contamination or degradation.
Estimated Market Value
$40 - $120 USD
Auction Estimate
$30 - $80 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired via a craft gallery, art fair, or boutique retail shop; common to निजी collections of contemporary decorative arts.
Art Historical Significance
Representative of the mid-to-late 20th-century studio glass movement which transitioned glass from industrial production to individual artistic expression/small-batch studio work.
Notable Features
Intentional inclusion of 'bubbles' as a design element and the use of contrasting textures between the smooth slumped glass and the pebbled, frosted surface of the borders.
Condition Issues
Significant presence of cloudy surface residue, which appears to be either severe hard water staining, detergent etching, or 'glass disease' (instability of the glass batch). There is also a small area of what looks like adhesive residue or physical accretion near the center.
Conservation Recommendations
Attempt cleaning with a mild non-ionic detergent and distilled water. If the cloudiness is due to etching or chemical instability, professional polishing may be required, though likely not cost-effective for this specific piece. Store in a stable environment with controlled humidity.