Quintuple Glass Leaf Sculpture in Gold Fume P09161-P00068 adding depth and refinement

adding depth and refinement

adding energy to this wearable work of art

A tumble of organically shaped oval links in oxidized and matte sterling silver lends a sculptural feel to this unique necklace from Heather Guidero

The subject is an old juniper tree located in the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park in Colorado

Quintuple Glass Leaf Sculpture in Gold Fume P09161-P00068 adding depth and refinementThis sculpture is created entirely of six individually handblown glass pieces. No molds are used. Five leaves are blown and sculpted in the torch. The back of the leaves are then flame coated in layers of pure . 999 silver and 22 kt gold fume which gives the leaves an iridescent sheen. The glass leaves are then attached to a clear hollow glass core that is blown and shaped into a curl to create the finished piece. Due to the organic nature of this