that captivates us. We can be drawn to an intricate technique, but inevitably, we react to the synergy of the piece. We particularly like vases. Perhaps it is their grace and fragility coupled with the idea that they are, at the same time, usable vessels. We love the way the glass itself reflects light and enhances its immediate surroundings. These art forms have a mysterious presence–something you can't really grasp all at once, or even explain–although you can pick a piece up and hold it in your hand. And when you do hold it in your hand, it vibrates with its own life. This is the moment in which we decide whether or not to purchase a piece of glass. Giorgio and I have been very fortunate to have discovered the world of Murano. Searching for glass has been an educational experience for us. Even more than that, living among these pieces has decorated our day-to-day lives with flashes of color and light and joyful inspiration. We believe that we have not only documented the evolution of an art form, but also the magic of a process–the alchemy that takes place between, water and sand. This collection, after all, is a tribute to the creativity of the human spirit.
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