Description
SAALACHSEE – Float and Colored Glass Sculpture (2022)
Named after the serene alpine lake, Saalachsee embodies the quiet balance between solidity and flow. Created in 2022, this intimate sculpture unites colored and clear float glass with driftwood, capturing the gentle rhythm of water, air, and light. Wiechenthaler’s artistry lies in allowing these elements to coexist without domination — each material revealing the other’s beauty.
From the collector’s perspective, Saalachsee is a work of intimate scale but monumental poise. The colored glass, infused during bonding, emits a subtle turquoise glow that recalls reflections on still alpine water. The driftwood’s texture provides warmth and grounding, transforming the sculpture into a meditative focal point. Its form evolves with every shift in light — a constant dialogue between matter and emotion.
Wiechenthaler’s “grown glass” process exemplifies the highest level of cold-glass craftsmanship in Europe. Each sheet is cut, layered, and polished by hand, requiring precision and intuition in equal measure. What results is not merely a visual statement but a sensory experience: the feeling of holding transparency itself in physical form.
Exclusively available through At Kinsky Art & Living Mallorca, this piece resonates with collectors who value contemporary works that merge authenticity, innovation, and emotional clarity. In both natural and artificial light, it serves as a reminder of equilibrium — a presence that soothes, inspires, and endures.
All original works by Peter Wiechenthaler include certification, invoice, and insured European shipping.
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