Ariel Bar-Tal 1970 Studio Art Glass Vessel, Mid-Century Modern Hollow Ring

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An exceptional example of mid-century modern biomorphic studio art glass by pioneering Israeli glass artist Ariel Bar-Tal (b. 1920). Hand-blown … Read more An exceptional example of mid-century modern biomorphic studio art glass by pioneering Israeli glass artist Ariel Bar-Tal (b. 1920). Hand-blown in Israel and inscribed on the underside "Bar-Tal 1970," this highly sculptural vessel showcases the artist’s celebrated mastery of texture, color shifting, and architectural form.
Bar-Tal’s iconic studio work from this era was engineered to mimic the spectacular iridescence and weathered patina of ancient excavated Roman glass relics. His works are highly sought after by mid-century decor purists and collectors of historic global design, with pieces represented in prestigious institutional collections like the Corning Museum of Glass.
Design & Features
• Form: A striking, hollow doughnut-shaped ring base supported by three short, stubby tripod feet. The upper surface erupts into four asymmetrical chimney-style spouts of varying heights.
• Surface & Color: A spectacular matte, frosted, and acid-etched organic surface. The finish shifts beautifully from earthy, mossy greens and warm ochre tones into an iridescent violet-plum metallic sheen along the neck and spouts.
• Signature: Hand-signed and dated on the underside of the ring: "Bar-Tal 1970"
Dimensions
• Height: 5.25 inches (to the highest chimney)
• Diameter: 5.5 inches
Condition Report ("Selling As Found")
• Structure: Excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs. The structural integrity of the hollow ring and all four spouts remains entirely intact.
• Surface Finish: This piece is being sold strictly "as found". Because the artist's signature style relies on a heavily textured, weathered finish to simulate ancient glass, we have left the surface uncleaned to preserve its original integrity. This avoids disturbing the intentional, complex artistic patina of the studio glass.
A magnificent, highly sculptural piece that serves as an investment-grade example of Bar-Tal's most desirable hollow-ring geometry. See less