John Lewis (American, b. 1942), Glass Console Table

1989, two part form, thick cast glass D-shaped top set on a double pedestal base with copper highlights, recessed black plastic disc feet, signed and numbered 89-131.

33.5 x 34.5 x 17.25 in.

The Contemporary Art Collection of Francine & Benson Pilloff, Chapel Hill, North Carolina

John Lewis is a renowned American glass artist known for his innovative contributions to the field of modernist glass art. Born in 1942, Lewis has been a pivotal figure in the studio glass movement, particularly in California, where he has lived and worked for most of his career.

In 1980, Lewis designed an experimental furnace specifically for casting glass. This innovation allowed him to explore new techniques, such as centrifugal casting, which enabled him to create intricate sculptures and bowls. His work often incorporates materials like glass frit, copper foil, and gold leaf, resulting in pieces that exhibit a brilliant interplay of color and texture.

Good condition.