Chalcedony Hammerhead Sharks

Sculpture of two Hammerhead sharks in Murano glass, made using the Massello and Calcedonio techniques. 
The artwork is made up of base plus two sharks that are inserted on the base with metal studs, granting maximum security for shipping and in the event of relocation.

Its peculiar colors are due to the calcedonio technique. The coloring effect is obtained by adding to the molten glass a mixture based on different metal oxides. The results are incredible.
Hand-made in Murano by Andrea Tagliapietra, following the ancient Murano glass techniques.

Murano crystal glass and chalcedony.
Massello glass, grinded and polished by hand.
Designed, hand-made, and signed by Andrea Tagliapietra.