Micucci Interiors glass sculptures

These stunning glass sculptures are from Micucci Interiors and were created by artist Dylan Martinez for his illusory series of work titled “H20/SiO2”.

Martinez is renowned for creating scenarios that obstruct the viewer’s interpretation of reality and illusion and here he combines several glass-blowing and sculpting techniques to form these hyper-realistic plastic bags from molten glass.

Driven by a deep curiosity in perception, Martinez creates these unique sculptures that convince the eye that the sculptures are just as they appear, plastic bags filled with water. Each sculpture is both hollow and solid, and is individually hand-sculpted from a crystal-clear glass.

Inspired by Trompe L’oeil (an art technique that uses realistic imagery to create the optical illusion), these pieces are made entirely out of hot glass while it is between 650-1150 degrees, which is then appearing as plastic bags of water. The trapped movement of the rising bubbles and the gesture of the forms convince the eye that the sculptures are just as they seem.

Through Dylan’s artwork, the artist creates scenarios in which the viewer must question their capacity to navigate between reality and illusion. His curiosity of perception is driven by the fact that he is red-green colour blind. Having a deficit in his colour vision is an alternative way of seeing things.

Micucci Interiors offers an exclusive range of designer home accessories, lighting and fine art. Tending to specialise in accessories, Micucci Interiors incorporate very special and unique pieces to its collection, resulting in an eclectic mix rather than a uniform style.

Micucci Interiors draw their inspiration from famous designers and artists from around the world, assisting to put together the range of carefully curated pieces.

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