Earth

“Earth is our planet, with a small house – my home, my fortress, my place on Earth. The house and home are deeply symbolic, a powerful metaphor for so much in life – security, family, myself, my possessions, my world. But the house can also be a prison. I enjoy simple symbolism. It is a decorative object, but if one so wishes, it contains much more. It is among the themes I have simplified in order to reach the core – the boat, the stairs, the ladder, and the rod. You might call it my alphabet of symbols.” – Bertil Vallien

Master of Sand Casting

Bertil Vallien

Bertil Vallien (born in 1938) is an artist who needs no further introduction for anyone who loves the beauty and mystery of glass. During his 60-year career, Vallien has become renowned among glass enthusiasts, primarily for his sand-cast sculptures and especially his world-famous glass ships. “From the very first moment, I was captivated by the seductive properties of glass. I have dedicated my entire life as an artist to exploring and pushing the limits of this material.”

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