Dale Chihuly
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Example of Chihuly glass
Dale Chihuly is a modern day glass sculptor. He is based in Seattle, Washington, USA and was trained in the methods of classic Italian glassblowing.
Since losing the vision in one of his eyes in an automobile accident in 1976, Chihuly no longer has the depth perception necessary to handle the molten glass himself. Instead, he conceptualizes each project with paint and canvas and then employs a team of artists to do the handiwork.
In 2000, Dale Chihuly completed a commision from the Victoria and Albert Museum for a 30ft high, blown glass, chandelier dominating the museum's main entrance.
