Kosta Boda
Boheme Amber Sculpture
A character that goes his own way. Difficult to figure out. In this glass block it is only his impression, created by the light and the varying thicknesses of the glass, that conjures up his image.
Design: Bertil Vallien
Height: 19 cm
Width: 14.8 cm
Depth: 6.5 cm
Designed by Bertil Vallien
Bertil Vallien has since 1963 worked at Kosta Glassworks and made himself world famous both as a designer and glass artist. He is internationally renowned, holds several design and art awards, and his work is represented in the most prestigious museums around the world.
„For me, the blowing room is the centre of everything. It’s like ladling matter out of a volcano and watching the glowing lava turn to ice. Knowing the exact moment at which to capture a shift of light or expression and wrench the secret from the glass is what it’s all about.“
