This beautiful Studio Art Glass Vase by Drew Smith is a must-have for any collector. The intricate Peach Swirl pattern is truly a one-of-a-kind work of art and the vase is signed and dated by the artist himself.
Crafted in 1982, this Glass Vase is in excellent condition and weighs 2.75 pounds. The vase is 7-3/8" in height and 2-1/2" in width, making it a perfect addition for any glass art collector.
Drew was well-known in the American crafts field. From 1971 – 2002 he was a regular exhibitor at the American Craft Council shows, the Buyers Market of American Crafts, and the Ohio Designer Craftsmen shows, among many others. He was highly regarded for his creative work in handblown glass from studios near Columbus, OH and in Tampa, Jamaica, and Pacific Beach.
In 1999, Drew was featured in Glass Art magazine as one of the four leading glass furniture makers in the world. His glass and sculptural works have been exhibited at shows and galleries thrughout the U.S., Europe, and Japan, with permanent collections in various art museums including the Corning Museum and the Smithsonian Institution.
“Great ideas bubbled up out of Drew like fresh water from a spring”, recalled Curtis Benzle, professor emeritus at Columbus College of Art and Design, where Drew also taught.
Source: https://www.naia-artists.org/gallery/memorial-to-drew-smith