Art Glass Hand Blown Flat Transparent Glass Pitchers, Set of Three.

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Color & Curve: Hand-Blown Flat Glass Pitchers by Nine Iron Studios

This striking Set of Three Art Glass Pitchers embodies … Read more Color & Curve: Hand-Blown Flat Glass Pitchers by Nine Iron Studios

This striking Set of Three Art Glass Pitchers embodies the bold forms and brilliant color of contemporary American Studio Glass. Created by Michael Schunke of Nine Iron Studios in West Grove, Pennsylvania, these pieces are notable for their unique flattened profile and vibrant transparency.

Known as "Flat Transparent Pitchers", each vessel features a dramatically compressed, circular body that achieves a sculptural quality. They are executed in intense, transparent colors: amethyst (purple), topaz (golden-yellow), and olive (lime-green). Every pitcher is raised on a small, flared foot dusted with gold flecks.

Adding artistic contrast, each pitcher is finished with an elegantly curved spout, and a loop handle and collar made of a different, complementary color (e.g., yellow handle on the amethyst body, blue handle on the olive body), showcasing the masterful technique of high-quality hand-blown glass.

Dimensions:

Tallest: 15 1/4 inches high x 9 inches wide x 3 inches deep

Middle size: 13 3/4 inches high x 8 inches wide x 2 1/2 inches deep

Smallest: 13 1/4 inches high x 8 1/4 inches x 2 1/2 inches

Historical Context: Michael Schunke and Nine Iron Studios

Michael Schunke is widely recognized within the international Studio Glass movement. His work is characterized by its bold forms and daring use of color, establishing him as an innovator in contemporary glass art.

Schunke's technique involves manipulating the molten glass to create the distinctive flattened profile, transforming a traditional pitcher form into a dynamic sculptural object. His studio, Nine Iron Studios (located in West Grove, PA), has produced high-end functional and non-functional glass since the late 20th century. The strong aesthetic appeal and technical skill behind these pitchers brought Schunke international recognition, solidifying his reputation among collectors of modern American art glass. The original catalog price of $600 each (as of 2007) reflects the high market value and collectible nature of his meticulously crafted pieces.

References:

Nine Iron Studios Catalog/Price List (Source confirming the name "Flat Transparent Pitchers" and the original retail price point.)

Contemporary Studio Glass History (General context for Michael Schunke's work and recognition within the international art glass community.)

Schunke, Michael. (Attribution source confirming the artist and studio location.)

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