Dale Chihuly’s large-scale glass sculptures are a dramatic addition to the New York Botanical Garden’s lush grounds this summer. Here, crystal shapes cast from polyurethane resin complement the patinated bronze ‘Fountain of Life’ sculpture, creating a bold contrast between old and new that complements both. (On view through Oct 29th).
The dramatic centerpiece of Dale Chihuly’s show of recent work at Marlborough Gallery’s 57th Street space combines burnt logs, glass ‘reeds’ and neon light in a scenario that evokes nature but with overtly man-made objects and forms. Sapphire lights and the juxtaposition of sharp and round shapes both draw in and confound the eye. (Through April 11th).
Dale Chihuly, Sapphire Neon with Burned Logs and Neodymium Reeds, neon lights, burned wood and hand blown glass over stainless steel rods, 96 x 252, 180 inches, 2015.
