My Palace

The solid cast cubic-shaped house has become an established miniature universe in Bertil Vallien’s workshop. This collection is a classic representation of the artist in many ways, notably constituting his sense of space. These works of glass seem haunted by a floating sphere, a head – or simply by hollowness. In Bertil’s many years of exploring the inherent magic of glass, he always wants us to discover its natural form. So, here again, the focus is all on the glass itself. It is beautiful, playful, and on the verge of the impossible!

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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