Jonathan Adler Horse Glass "Menagerie" Sculpture Red / Orange Lava Glaze

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Designed by Jonathan Adler, this sculptural art glass horse from the Menagerie line presents a stylized equine silhouette reduced to … Read more Designed by Jonathan Adler, this sculptural art glass horse from the Menagerie line presents a stylized equine silhouette reduced to bold, modernist geometry, with an arched neck, squared muzzle, and blocklike legs that give the figure a totemic, architectural presence. The body is formed in thick molded glass with a softly matte, silvery-gray ground, worked with linear striations that read as a graphic mane and coat texture, while the inset “patch” forms in amber-toned glass introduce a warm, jewel-like counterpoint and emphasize the playful, decorative character associated with Adler’s designs. The contrasting translucent inserts—set into the shoulder, hindquarter, and head—catch light differently than the frosted body, creating depth and a subtle stained effect as the piece is viewed in profile. With its compact scale and emphatic outline, the sculpture functions as a contemporary decorative object that nods to ancient animal votives and mid-century studio glass aesthetics while remaining distinctly aligned with Jonathan Adler’s polished, collectible, design-forward vocabulary.

Measurements: **8" h x 2.75" w x 11.25" d See less