Passiflora Resistenza A104443 and the exterior is a

and the exterior is a slate gray with the batik pattern having a black underglaze which gives more depth to the pattern

this serene artwork calls to mind the gentle lap of waves and the music of nature on a warm summer evening

fused and slumped green iridescent glass shade with organic edges and delicate glass strings fused to its surface

The iridescent surface lends a subtle sheen to the bright colors of this dazzling hand blown glass vessel

Passiflora Resistenza A104443 and the exterior is aThis elegant "Resistenza" series work features a range of earthtones and soft pastels with murrini patterns highlighting each side. Using a combination of caneworking, murrini, and blowing techniques, the artist first arranges colored rods and patterned glass tiles, fuses them together, and then blows the piece into its final shape. These works are double encased in clear glass for depth and stability. All of Patchen's pieces have flat satin finished