Untitled, 1981

Robert Palusky

Blown glass, inlaid colored stoneware

8.5 in H x 11 in D

Inscribed Signature

This exceptional covered vessel captures a pivotal moment in Palusky's career, when his formal training in ceramics met his newfound passion for glass, a medium he would later embrace almost exclusively. The rare combination of the two makes this early work particularly distinctive.

Skillfully rendered, animated figures in colored clay encircle the ceramic vessel, showcasing Palusky's command of the medium. Above, a vibrant Venetian-style glass paperweight lid bursts with layers of color, bringing energy and movement to the piece.

Together, ceramic and glass create a work that vibrates with creativity, offering a fascinating glimpse into an artist at a transformative moment in his practice.

Artist Biography

Robert Clark Palusky, born in 1942, is a distinguished American glass artist known for his innovative and abstract glass sculptures. He earned a BFA from the University of Wisconsin at Superior and later earned his MFA in ceramics from the Rochester Institute of Technology. Despite his formal education in ceramics, Palusky is largely self-taught in the art of glass, which has become his primary medium.

Palusky's career spans over four decades, during which he has established himself as a pioneer in contemporary glass art. His works are characterized by their abstract forms and intricate designs, often exploring the interplay between light and glass. Palusky's art has been celebrated globally, and his pieces are part of numerous prestigious collections. Robert Palusky's impact on the world of glass art is profound. His innovative techniques and unique artistic vision have earned him a place among the most respected glass artists of his time. Palusky's dedication to his craft and his role as an educator at Hamilton College for 37 years have left an indelible mark on the art community.

Today, Palusky continues to create and inspire from his state-of-the-art glass studio in Upstate New York, where he remains an active and influential figure in the contemporary glass art scene.

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