1990s Rick Strini Studio Art Glass Amphora Vase, Smithsonian, Metropolitan Museum of Art

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An elegant hand-blown studio glass vase by Rick Strini, an acclaimed American glass artist known for his refined forms and … Read more An elegant hand-blown studio glass vase by Rick Strini, an acclaimed American glass artist known for his refined forms and mastery of color. Strini trained in the Venetian glassblowing traditions and is recognized as one of the country’s best glass blowers. His pieces have been exhibited at the White House as well as several museums, including the Smithsonian and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

This vase features a tall, gracefully tapered silhouette rendered in a deep ruby red, with subtle linear detailing near the lower body that adds visual movement without overpowering the form. The sculptural profile is complemented by applied iridescent glass handles that curve fluidly from shoulder to rim, demonstrating Strini’s precise control of hot glass. The interior echoes this effect with a rich, gold iridescence.

Signed "Strini 99" on the bottom. Works beautifully as a standalone sculptural object or as part of a curated art glass collection. See less