Inflate Vase - II

George William Bell

Over the last 20 years, artist and maker George William Bell has been pushing the boundaries of process, innovation, and craftsmanship within his chosen medium, glass.

Balancing precision and experimentation, you will find Bell's work firmly at the intersection of fine art, craft, and design. His reflective surfaces, bold forms, and innovative use of Venetian cane techniques push material and scale in ways that feel entirely fresh while still respecting traditional making practices. Before rooting himself in California, Bell worked in glass factories in the UK, trained at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, and built an extensive career as a designer in Scandinavia.

Bell has since been widely exhibited, including New Glass Now at the Corning Museum of Glass, the European Award for Applied Arts in Belgium, and the Glass is Tomorrow touring exhibition across Europe. He has also received recognition from Danske Kunsthåndværkere & Designere, Ung Svensk Form, and the Stanislav Libenský Award.

Materials: Sandblasted glass
Dimensions: 6.75" L x 6" W x 5.25" H
Origin: Oregon, United States

Hand-blown/furnace-made glass is not resistant to rapid temperature changes. To avoid a break, keep the piece away from dishwashers, open flames, boiling liquids, and drastic temperature changes.

As a general rule, do not stack or store your glass pieces with the weight on the lip.

Always be careful when using chipped or cracked glass. Not handling with care may result in injury.

If the piece is lightly dirty, rinse it under lukewarm water using a soft sponge. If there are oily areas, instead of using only lukewarm water, use a mild dish detergent and a soft sponge to gently clean the piece.

After drying thoroughly, store the piece on a shelf or in a cabinet with good airflow.

To care for sandblasted/frosted glass, clean by gently wiping in circles with a soft microfiber cloth and a mild dish soap solution or a non-ammonia glass cleaner. Always rinse thoroughly with warm water to prevent soap residue from dulling the satin finish.

The porous texture of sandblasted/frosted glass can easily absorb oils. To dissolve stubborn smudges or fingerprints, gently wipe with rubbing alcohol or a mild oil-cutting product on a microfiber cloth.

If the sandblasted/frosted glass looks ashy or dry, apply a tiny amount of mineral oil across the surface and buff thoroughly with a clean, lint-free cloth.

Note: These suggestions are recommendations and a general guide for care. Please use your best judgment, as we do not take responsibility for items damaged through use.

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