This Trumpet Vase features a fluted silhouette and a translucent texture, offering a classic aesthetic for curated living room displays.
Hand-blown in 1989 by artist Dan Dechard during his time at the San Jose City glass program, this piece represents the vibrant spirit of California studio glass from the late eighties. The body is rendered in a deep, regal cobalt blue that possesses a remarkable clarity when held to the light, transitioning smoothly into a clear glass stem. The artist utilized a sophisticated wrap technique, encircling the base of the trumpet with a thick, sculptural coil of clear glass that adds both structural stability and a sense of movement to the design.
Standing at eight inches, the vessel terminates in a gracefully ruffled rim that evokes the organic form of a blooming flower. This piece is a testament to the skill involved in traditional glass blowing, featuring a polished pontil mark on the underside where the artist's signature and the SJC 89 designation are permanently etched. The saturated blue hue makes it a perfect accent piece for a sun-drenched windowsill or a Mid-century Modern teak sideboard, where it can serve as a striking focal point. Its condition is exceptional, showing no signs of wear, or chips, preserving the original brilliance of the artisan’s work for decades to come.
Details: Measures about 8" in height. Very good condition.
This item is vintage, over 35 years old. All measurements are close but approximate. I measure in quarter inches.