1998 Peter Vanderlaan Signed Stunning Hand Blown Thick Cut-Glass Vase 12\" Tall For Sale

1998

American Artist

Peter Vanderlaan Signed

Stunning

Hand Blown

Thick Cut-Glass Vase

Sharp Edges

Asymmetrical

Measures 12\" Tall x 5 1/2\" x 4 3/4\"

Artist: Peter Vanderlaan (American, New York State) Location: Born and active in the Northeastern United States; studio work primarily associated with New York and New England regional glass traditions. Date: 1998 Medium: Hand‑blown art glass with murrine, sculptural cutwork, and layered color casing Height: 12 inches

This striking sculptural vase is an exceptional example of Peter Vanderlaan’s late‑1990s studio work, showcasing the bold marine‑inspired murrine and heavy, carved forms that define his signature style. Vanderlaan is known for his thick‑walled glass, deep sculptural cuts, and the use of vivid underwater motifs — sea anemones, coral polyps, fish‑eye canes, and starburst marine organisms — all of which appear throughout this piece.

The vase features a dramatic split‑mouth opening with asymmetrical carved edges, a hallmark of Vanderlaan’s sculptural vocabulary. The exterior is encased in a glossy, jet‑black layer that contrasts beautifully with the amber interior, creating depth and luminosity when light passes through the vessel. Embedded throughout the body are vibrant murrine elements in shades of blue, yellow, red, white, and turquoise, arranged in organic patterns reminiscent of tropical reef life.

The base is signed and dated “Vanderlaan ’98” with an accompanying serial number, consistent with the artist’s numbering system from this period. Pieces from the 1990s are particularly sought after for their bold color palettes and complex cane work.

Vanderlaan’s work occupies a unique place in American studio glass — blending European murrine traditions with the sculptural experimentation of the U.S. Northeast. His pieces are collected internationally and are prized for their craftsmanship, weight, and unmistakable visual identity.

Condition: Excellent, with no chips, cracks, or repairs.Provenance: Private collection, Colorado.

Created by American studio glass artist Peter Vanderlaan in 1998, this piece comes from his mature period, known for sculptural cutwork and marine‑inspired murrine. It remained in a private Colorado collection and retains its original etched signature and serial number. Vanderlaan’s work is collected internationally and represents a distinctive chapter in late‑20th‑century American studio glass.