Americal Eclectic is honored to present a seminal work by the “Glass Odyssey” pioneer, Marvin Lipofsky (1938–2016). This 1970 fumed sculptural form is not merely a piece of glass; it is a historical document of the American Studio Glass movement.
Dating to Lipofsky’s influential early years at UC Berkeley, this work features his signature “fumed” technique, creating a polychrome dance of pink and gold that shifts with the light. The organic, biomorphic shape—reminiscent of internal anatomy or shifting clouds—defies the rigid traditions of glassblowing, marking Lipofsky as a true rebel of the medium.
Provenance & Literature: This specific sculpture carries an extraordinary pedigree. It is prominently featured in the definitive reference book “Contemporary Glass” by Ray & Lee Grover (Color Plate 35). Furthermore, it originates from the esteemed Dr. Mark Jackson Collection, ensuring its status as a preserved artifact of 20th-century design.
3. Technical Specifications & Condition
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Artist: Marvin Lipofsky (American, 1938–2016)
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Date: 1970 (Incised Signature and Date)
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Dimensions: 5″ H x 12″ W x 7-1/2″ D
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Technique: Hand-blown, fumed, polychrome art glass
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Publication: Contemporary Glass (Grover), Plate 35.
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Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Minor surface scuffs consistent with 50+ years of age and the artist’s original “in-the-making” process.
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