Overview
A striking contemporary vessel featuring deep-etched Southwestern motifs on a high-gloss black surface, accented with a single turquoise stone inlay.
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Preliminary identification
Ben Saxon Etched Black Glass Vessel with Turquoise Inlay
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Story
During the late 20th century, a vibrant movement emerged in the American Southwest where artists began translating ancient petroglyph and pottery motifs onto modern, sleek mediums like high-fire glass and ceramics.
Maker / Origin
Ben Saxon is a well-known contemporary artist whose work became a staple of high-end Southwestern galleries and boutiques.
Condition & Value
The vessel appears to be in excellent condition with the etching remaining crisp and the turquoise inlay secure. Ben Saxon's work is highly recognizable and widely collected, though it was produced in sufficient quantities to keep the market accessible.
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