A series of vessels, designed by GRAS in collaboration with glass artist Edmond Byrne. Each piece is hand-blown, then while still hot, the form is baptised in cold water, shocking the mineral with a crackled texture. Asymmetry, light-play and textural depth define the vessels’ character, while subtly tapered shapes ensure functionality and stability.
The Glassblower’s Tumbler, Carafe and Vase are now available to purchase via thegatheringhand.com, with worldwide shipping or next-day collection from our studio at Custom Lane in Leith.
- Project Details
- Project Team
Location
Edinburgh, Scotland
Client
GRAS
Completed
2024
Type
Object
Project Lead
Alistair Byars
Developed with
Edmond Byrne
Produced by
Krosno
The Glassblower’s Vessels Details
Our intention with the collection was to distil and communicate the value of physical creation: the use of both hand and mind to explore the potential of material and form. This age-old pursuit holds life-affirming benefits that are self-evident to the maker.
Alistair Byars
Tumbler
Carafe
Vase
The Glassblower’s Vessels are now available to purchase via thegatheringhand.com, with worldwide shipping or next-day collection from our studio at Custom Lane, Leith.
Material Focus
- Crazed glass
In our collaborative process there was dialogue that explored the boundaries between architecture, interiors, product and making.
Edmond Byrne, Glass artist
