Early John de Wit Cultus Bay Glass Studio Art Glass - 1989, presents with organic design in the primary colors red, blue, black, and mixed color of butter yellow. Hand signed on the base: John de Wit 1989. John de Wit studied glass and ceramics at the California State University in Chico in the late 1970s, attended the Pilchuck Glass School, and was a glassblowing assistant to Dale Chihuly. He has since taught at Pilchuck, the Pratt Fine Art Center, and several workshops and lectures in France. His current work references the historical use of vessels and containers. De Wit states these eccentric, colorful vessels and scepters are "inspired by the organic nature of Korean and Japanese ceramics and by the language of Venetian glass." He appreciates the versatility of glass and the ability to combine expressive painting and sculpture. Source courteous of SD Gallery Additional measurements: Opening 4 3/4" (12.065 cm) Base 2 1/2" (6.35 cm)