Vessels

The Anemone Windows Vase by John Gibbons is inspired by the patterns and movements of the ocean. It is an original work of art. The windows are optical and change with addition of light. 

It measures about 16.5" height and 8.75" width.

The pattern in this blown glass vase is achieved by cutting small glass rods and tiles, arranging them in a pattern, and then fusing them together in a 2100 degree kiln. A blow pipe is then rolled along the edge of the glass to form a cylinder. The bottom of the cylinder is closed, which creates a bubble, allowing the glass to then be blown and shaped into the vase. Gibbons uses the optical properties of glass to create a magnifying-glass effect in which the pattern undulates when viewed.

 
Watch how I make these types of murrine vases in the link below.

https://youtu.be/PLV-KSe0II4

The Sea Collage vase measures about 18” height and 8.75” at its widest. It is the largest vase in the Anemone Coral Reef collection and is made with layers upon layers of murrine, which are small disks of glass with a pattern in them. Each murrine takes several hours to make. The "Sea Collage" vase has over 100 murrine in it, and is the culmination of years of mastering glassblowing techniques and months of work in my studio. 

This vase is inspired by the patterns and movements of the ocean. It is an original work of art. A group of sea anemones swirl up the side of the vase, surrounded by a colorful habitat of tide pool green, amethyst, yellows and greens. The windows of the anemones are optical and change with addition of light.

The Anemone Windows Vase by John Gibbons is inspired by the patterns and movements of the ocean. It is an original work of art. The windows are optical and change with addition of light. 

It measures about 17.25" height and 7.5" width.

The pattern in this blown glass vase is achieved by cutting small glass rods and tiles, arranging them in a pattern, and then fusing them together in a 2100 degree kiln. A blow pipe is then rolled along the edge of the glass to form a cylinder. The bottom of the cylinder is closed, which creates a bubble, allowing the glass to then be blown and shaped into the vase. Gibbons uses the optical properties of glass to create a magnifying-glass effect in which the pattern undulates when viewed.

 
Watch how I make these types of murrine vases in the link below.

https://youtu.be/PLV-KSe0II4

This Octopus Vessel measures w:14.5" x h:12.25"

This odd vessel is part of John's Octopus Tug-O-War series. First he sculpted the two octopus and kept them in a 900 degrees oven, then created the vessel, and pulled out the two octopus, sticking them to the sides of the gooey molten bubble.

This vessel is MADE TO ORDER. Murrine design may vary. 

The vase measures about tall and inches wide.

I am inspired by the patterns and movements of the ocean. This vase is made up of small colorful pieces that I make called murrine. Murrine are created by layering colored glass from the center outward. This layering of colors created a molten piece of glass about the size of a soup can that I stretch across the studio to create a 1/2 to 3/4 inch rod. We then put the rods in the annealing oven to cool over night. The next day we slice the rods onto 1/4 inch wafers that get laid out on a ceramic kiln shelf into a mosaic like arrangement. The wafers are heated and fused together into a rectangular piece of glass. A blowpipe is then rolled along the edge and the flat sheet of glass turns into a cylinder. The bottom gets closed off and now there is a bubble of glass on the end of my blow pipe. Three layers of molten clear and gathered onto the bubble and it is blown and shaped with the help of my assistant into the vase pictured.

The Anemone Windows Vase by John Gibbons is inspired by the patterns and movements of the ocean. It is an original work of art. The windows are optical and change with addition of light. 

It measures about 13.5" height and 8" in diameter.

The pattern in this blown glass vase is achieved by cutting small glass rods and tiles, arranging them in a pattern, and then fusing them together in a 2100 degree kiln. A blow pipe is then rolled along the edge of the glass to form a cylinder. The bottom of the cylinder is closed, which creates a bubble, allowing the glass to then be blown and shaped into the vase. Gibbons uses the optical properties of glass to create a magnifying-glass effect in which the pattern undulates when viewed.

 

This is one of my favorite vases that I have made in a long time. The cobalt blue glass is so rich and intense it reminds me of the ocean.  This is also a large vase measuring about 16.5 inches tall and 8 inches wide. 

If the light is above this vase it can display a pattern of blue ovals beneath it. If the light is behind the vase it will light up and glow like a sapphire.

Other colors are available upon request. Price may vary.

This starfish cluster is a hand-sculpted glass vase made with a lattice of starfish surrounding a clear glass bowl. Each starfish is hand sculpted without the use of molds, making each sculpture unique. The vibrant colors draw you into the depths, while the thick layer of clear glass make the starfish appear as though they have just been pulled out of the ocean. 

Check out the video!

It measures about 8 inches wide x 10 inches tall.

The Tide Pool Green Anemone Windows Vase by John Gibbons is inspired by the patterns and movements of the ocean. It is an original work of art. The windows are optical and change with addition of light. Check out the video!

It measures about 16" height and 8" in diameter.

The pattern in this blown glass vase is achieved by cutting small glass rods and tiles, arranging them in a pattern, and then fusing them together in a 2100 degree kiln. A blow pipe is then rolled along the edge of the glass to form a cylinder. The bottom of the cylinder is closed, which creates a bubble, allowing the glass to then be blown and shaped into the vase. Gibbons uses the optical properties of glass to create a magnifying-glass effect in which the pattern undulates when viewed

The Amber Anemone Vase by John Gibbons is inspired by the patterns and movements of the ocean. It is an original work of art. The anemone are optical and change with addition of light. Check out the video!

It measures about 15" height and 7.5" in diameter.

The pattern in this blown glass vase is achieved by cutting small glass rods and tiles, arranging them in a pattern, and then fusing them together in a 2100 degree kiln. A blow pipe is then rolled along the edge of the glass to form a cylinder. The bottom of the cylinder is closed, which creates a bubble, allowing the glass to then be blown and shaped into the vase. Gibbons uses the optical properties of glass to create a magnifying-glass effect in which the pattern undulates when viewed

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The Anemone Windows Vase by John Gibbons is inspired by the patterns and movements of the ocean. It is an original work of art. The windows are optical and change with addition of light. Check out the video!

It measures about 13" height and 7" in diameter.

The pattern in this blown glass vase is achieved by cutting small glass rods and tiles, arranging them in a pattern, and then fusing them together in a 2100 degree kiln. A blow pipe is then rolled along the edge of the glass to form a cylinder. The bottom of the cylinder is closed, which creates a bubble, allowing the glass to then be blown and shaped into the vase. Gibbons uses the optical properties of glass to create a magnifying-glass effect in which the pattern undulates when viewed.

*This item is currently out of stock, please allow 2 weeks after purchasing to be recreated.

This item is currently out of stock and made to order. Please allow 1 to 2 weeks for recreating.

This pair of dueling octopus is struggling to rip open a footed aqua blue blown glass bubble. John heated the vessel's top opening to make it appear that the octopus' legs are pulling it apart. The color of this octopus pair is a speckled magenta. 

It measures about 20" wide x 8" height x 7" deep. 

The Octopus Tug-of-War sculpture is a combination of three separate pieces of glass, fused together with a 5,000 degree torch. This sculpture requires the assistance of two highly skilled glass artists to create. First, John sculpts each octopus and then puts it in a holding oven with the help of an assistant. Simultaneously, his other assistant is gathering the glass and blowing the vessel. John finishes the vessel, then takes the octopus out of the oven and reheats it to a precise temperature. The octopus gets so hot that the legs flop around, so he has to attach it to the vessel quickly, fusing each leg with a 5,000 degree torch. 

 

The vase measures about 11.5 inches tall and 8.5 inches wide.

I am inspired by the patterns and movements of the ocean. This vase is made up of small colorful pieces that I make called murrine. Murrine are created by layering colored glass from the center outward. This layering of colors created a molten piece of glass about the size of a soup can that I stretch across the studio to create a 1/2 to 3/4 inch rod. We then put the rods in the annealing oven to cool over night. The next day we slice the rods onto 1/4 inch wafers that get laid out on a ceramic kiln shelf into a mosaic like arrangement. The wafers are heated and fused together into a rectangular piece of glass. A blowpipe is then rolled along the edge and the flat sheet of glass turns into a cylinder. The bottom gets closed off and now there is a bubble of glass on the end of my blow pipe. Three layers of molten clear and gathered onto the bubble and it is blown and shaped with the help of my assistant into the vase pictured.

This Tide Pool Amber Anemone Vase consists of an alternating pattern of tide pool green seaweed-like strips of color and anemone murrine. The amber and white murrine surround a clear lens of glass, creating optical windows in which you can see the inside of the vase. 

It measures about 11.25" height and 6.5" in diameter.

It is an original work of art. 

This vessel is made to order, please allow 2-3 weeks to recreate.

This vessel measures w 7" x h 11" & 2" thickness

The Anemone Windows Vase by John Gibbons is inspired by the patterns and movements of the ocean. It is an original work of art. The windows are optical and change with addition of light. 

It measures about 10.5" height and 7" in diameter.

The pattern in this blown glass vase is achieved by cutting small glass rods and tiles, arranging them in a pattern, and then fusing them together in a 2100 degree kiln. A blow pipe is then rolled along the edge of the glass to form a cylinder. The bottom of the cylinder is closed, which creates a bubble, allowing the glass to then be blown and shaped into the vase. Gibbons uses the optical properties of glass to create a magnifying-glass effect in which the pattern undulates when viewed.

 

Watch the video in the link below to see how I make these murrine vases.

https://youtu.be/PLV-KSe0II4

 

The Aqua Silver Vertigo Vase has spiraling aqua silver cane twisting in one direction. This creates a shuttering, or vertigo, effect. This hand blown glass vase was created by rolling aqua silver glass rods onto a bubble of molten glass and then twisting the bubble into shape. Then the vase is flattened with thick cork paddles to enhance the optics of the two opposing spirals. 

Check out the video!

It measures about 6” width x 3”depth x 22” height.

 

This hand blown glass vase was created by rolling colorful glass rods onto a bubble of molten glass. After making this vase it reminded of a circus tent, hence the name.

Check out the video!

It measures about 7.5” width x 15.75” height.

 

One-of-a-kind custom urns hand sculpted by glass artist John Gibbons.

Contact me for custom sizes and colors. Pricing may vary.

The Anemone Windows Vase by John Gibbons is inspired by the patterns and movements of the ocean. It is an original work of art. The windows are optical and change with addition of light. 

It measures about 9.5" height and 5" in diameter.

The pattern in this blown glass vase is achieved by cutting small glass rods and tiles, arranging them in a pattern, and then fusing them together in a 2100 degree kiln. A blow pipe is then rolled along the edge of the glass to form a cylinder. The bottom of the cylinder is closed, which creates a bubble, allowing the glass to then be blown and shaped into the vase. Gibbons uses the optical properties of glass to create a magnifying-glass effect in which the pattern undulates when viewed.

This Rainbow Vase is one of my larger vases and is very optical.  This hand blown glass vase was created by rolling colorful glass rods on to the edge of a 5 foot long metal blowpipe and then twisting the rods when they are hot into a spiral.  Several layers of molten clear are put on top of the spiraling rods and blown into the vase using gravity and wet news paper to shape the glass.

It measures about 14 inches tall and 8 inches wide.

The Blue Anemone Vase is a hand blown glass vase with aqua and black anemones stacked on top of one another to create a beautiful pattern inspired by the ocean. Each anemone is made with murrine that create a magnifying-glass effect in which the pattern undulates when viewed. It is an original work of art.

Check out the video!

It measures about 13" tall and 8" diameter.

The pattern in this blown glass vase is achieved by cutting small glass rods of glass, called murrine, and arranging them in a pattern, then fusing them together in a 2100 degree kiln. A blow pipe is then rolled along the edge of the glass to form a cylinder. The bottom of the cylinder is closed, which creates a bubble, allowing the glass to then be blown and shaped into the vase.

The Anemone Coral Reef Windows Vase by John Gibbons is inspired by the patterns and movements of the ocean. It is an original work of art. A group of sea anemones swirl up the side of the vase, surrounded by a colorful habitat of tide pool green, amethyst, bright greens and aqua blues. The center of the anemone acts like a lens and magnifies the other side of the vase. It acts like a window to a secret underwater world.  

Check out the video!

It measures about 9" height and 6" in diameter.

The Anemone Coral Reef Windows Vase by John Gibbons is inspired by the patterns and movements of the ocean. It is an original work of art. A group of sea anemones swirl up the side of the vase, surrounded by a colorful habitat of tide pool green,, amethyst, yellows and greens. The windows of the anemones are optical and change with addition of light.

Check out the video!

It measures about 12" height and 5" in diameter.

This is one of my latest vases in my Anemone Series. I am inspired by the patterns and movements of the ocean. This vase is made up of small colorful pieces that I make called murrine. Murrine are created by layering colored glass from the center outward. This layering of colors created a molten piece of glass about the size of a soup can that I stretch across the studio to create a 1/2 to 3/4 inch rod. We then put the rods in the annealing oven to cool over night. The next day we slice the rods onto 1/4 inch wafers that get laid out on a ceramic kiln shelf into a mosaic like arrangement. The wafers are heated and fused together into a rectangular piece of glass. A blowpipe is then rolled along the edge and the flat sheet of glass turns into a cylinder. The bottom gets closed off and now there is a bubble of glass on the end of my blow pipe. Layers of molten clear are gathered onto the bubble and it is blown and shaped with the help of my assistant into the vase pictured.

The vase measures about 9 inches tall and 5.75 inches wide.

This vessel measures w 6.5" x h 15"

This handblown glass vase features a striking yellow hue with beautiful blue streaks, adding a touch of color and elegance to any space. Handcrafted with care, this vase is a perfect addition to your home or office, making it a must-have for any art lover.

This small starfish cluster is a hand-sculpted glass vase made with a lattice of starfish surrounding a clear glass bowl. Each starfish is hand sculpted without the use of molds, making each sculpture unique. The vibrant colors draw you into the depths, while the thick layer of clear glass make the starfish appear as though they have just been pulled out of the ocean. 

This is an extra small Starfish Cluster made with extra small starfish. All the starfish are translucent, without the addition of white to the back, allowing more light to come through the glass.

It measures about 5 1/2 inches wide x 6 1/2 inches tall.

This vase was created using an array of colors and techniques.  John is inspired by the Venetian style of glass blowing the ocean and the endless colors found in glass.  The circular shapes of color are all created by pulling rods of colored glass and cutting them when cold to reveal the pattern that runs through them.  Check out the video on how I do it right here: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=PLV-KSe0II4.

This vase measures about 12.5 inches tall and 4 inches wide.

 

This small starfish cluster is a hand-sculpted glass vase made with a lattice of starfish surrounding a clear glass bowl. Each starfish is hand sculpted without the use of molds, making each sculpture unique. The vibrant colors draw you into the depths, while the thick layer of clear glass make the starfish appear as though they have just been pulled out of the ocean. 

This is an extra small Starfish Cluster made with extra small starfish. Compare to the next size up in the last picture.

It measures about 5 1/2 inches wide x 6 1/2 inches tall. Made to order. Allow for a 2-3 weeks to be recreated.

Made to order.

Measures 9in x 9in. This vessel is a transparent aqua with a scattered pattern of smokey silver blue streaks, the top of the opening is about 3.5in.

 

This hand-blown glass vase was created by rolling colorful glass rods on to a bubble of molten glass and then twisting the bubble into a rainbow spiral. The vase is then blown and shaped by hand. This vase measures about 8.25 inches tall and 8inches wide.

I was inspired by my daughter when she was 3 to make a rainbow spiral cup for her. She asked me many times and I finally made it for her. Once I saw how beautiful the pattern was I had to make it in a variety of shapes. Collect them all!

This Small Anemone Vase is hand blown glass, inspired by the patterns and movements of the ocean. It is comprised of amethyst and cobalt murrine that create a magnifying effect in which the pattern undulates when viewed. The neck of the vase is widened and spun to make the mouth of the vase undulate. Set it near a window and watch as sunlight streaming through makes this vase even more beautiful. It is an original work of art.

Check out the video!

It measures about 8" in height and 6" in diameter.

The pattern in this blown glass vase is achieved by cutting small glass rods and tiles, called murrine, and arranging them in a pattern, then fusing them together in a 2100 degree kiln. A blow pipe is then rolled along the edge of the glass to form a cylinder. The bottom of the cylinder is closed, which creates a bubble, allowing the glass to then be blown and shaped into the vase. 
Made to order. Please allow 2-3 weeks to recreate this beautiful vase.

This Small Anemone Vase is inspired by the patterns and movements of the ocean. It is an original work of art. The windows are optical and change with addition of light. Check out the video!

It measures about 6 1/2" height and 3 1/2" in diameter.

The pattern in this blown glass vase is achieved by cutting small glass rods and tiles, arranging them in a pattern, and then fusing them together in a 2100 degree kiln. A blow pipe is then rolled along the edge of the glass to form a cylinder. The bottom of the cylinder is closed, which creates a bubble, allowing the glass to then be blown and shaped into the vase. Gibbons uses the optical properties of glass to create a magnifying-glass effect in which the pattern undulates when viewed.

 

This Vase is made to order, please allow 1 to 2 weeks to be recreated.

Inspired by sea urchins, John Gibbons' hand blown glass orbs are globular vessels with starfish and barnacles attached. This Amber Starfish Orb has a diamond pattern with a tide pool green barnacle starfish clinging to its side. 

It measures 7.5" w x 7.5" d x 4" h.

Please allow one week to recreate this beautiful orb. Made to order.

Inspired by sea urchins, this blown glass orb vase has a multilayered diamond pattern in shades of blue and green—the perfect home for a colorful starfish and a cluster of murrini barnacles.

It measures about 7 1/2" width by 4" height.