Threaded Pods by Chad Balster Glass
Threading the glass color on the main bubble before adding the blow through bits.
The threaded vessel. I first made these with Mark Matthews (http://www.markmatthewsglass.com/) the summer of 2013 and am grateful for his insight into designing these stunning pods...
The idea is to have colors that both provide an aesthetic experience but also aid in describing the shape of the object (thus mapping the topography of the lobes).
The idea is to have colors that both provide an aesthetic experience but also aid in describing the shape of the object (thus mapping the topography of the lobes).
Threaded Egyptian Pods
Pods Inspired by the glass of Egypt: the first glass threaders. The coloration is blue on yellow, based on the Core Formed Vessels of old. Get carried away by these objects a Phoraoh would envy.
Sapphire Blue Column Pod, Threaded in Archaic Yellow
This Rare variety of pod is closely related to the original Franconian Beakers. It's ideal for holding an insane amount of liquid. Blown with a base of sapphire blue, threaded with Archaic Yellow. 7" w x 9" h
Large Night Blue and Archaic Yellow Pod Sprinkler
This vase is blown with a dark night blue background and threaded with a bright archaic yellow band. It is finished off with six blown bits that inspire the whole composition. The neck is pulled long and finished with a rose water sprinkler for your most precious of liquids. Measuring at 17.5" h x 12" w
Bare Threaded Quad Pods
These show off the beauty of the threading without a distracting base or frit layer. I really enjoy how these show off the shape of the vessel with such sparse color.
Archaic Yellow Threaded Quad Pod
A clear base threaded with an extra dense Archaic Yellow. Adorned with four pod legs instead of the usual three. 10" w x 8" d x 5.5" h
Silver Blue Threaded Quad Pod
Clear base with a silver blue threading. Simple and Elegant design with four legs instead of the normal three. 9"w x 7" d x 5.5" h
Archaic Yellow Threaded Pod
7" across and 5 1/2" high
Notice how the bands expand and distort with the blow-through bit.
This Archaic Yellow Threaded Pod is made with a Stunning Background of Fuscia and Citroen. This wrap had the brightest and strongest look.
Black Threaded Pod, Sandblasted
7" across 5 1/2" high, matte finish on outer surface
This is a view of the pod on it's side, allowing light to come through the bottom of the bowl.
Threaded with a dense black, this pod is backed with Fuscia and Citroen. The Finish allows you to see the more subtle passages without the glare.
