Jan Kransberger (NC), Art Glass Sculpture

Contemporary, honey tone pate de verre with fused wire and ceramic, ink signed.

10 x 6 x 3 in.

The Collection of Mr. Duggins and Mr. Dunn, High Point, North Carolina

Jan uses the ancient technique of pate de vere, which involves using powdered glass and tamping it into a mold, creating a deep layer of variances and qualities not found in other methods of glassmaking. Regarding her subject matter, Jan says "When I began, I chose to explore the power of the female form. Slight shifts within a figure determine great differences in a mood or expression. I pare down shapes and exaggerate isolated elements, begging an emotional connection, reaction from the viewer."

Possible small chip to head decoration; otherwise good condition.