Early Slumped Glass Works
This Small Evil-Eye slumped glass brooch is an irregular, sculptural form that feels simultaneously figurative and abstract, evoking the presence of an eye, a shield, or a protective talisman. Dominated by layered blues, from deep ultramarine and periwinkle to milky, translucent white, the piece is organised around a central oval of pale aqua glass that reads unmistakably as an eye-like core.
Surrounding this centre, concentric zones of softened colour appear to have flowed and settled during firing, creating gentle gradients and a sense of internal movement. The surface is glossy yet subtly textured, with faint striations and soft pooling that reveal the glass’s molten history. Light penetrates the layers unevenly, giving the brooch depth and an almost breathing quality.
Along the upper edge, a row of dark, rounded inclusions punctuates the blue field, like protective markings or apertures, adding contrast and rhythm. A single silver metallic glint, the designer's logo seal at the back, catches the light, introducing a precious, watchful accent. The asymmetrical outline enhances the object’s talismanic character, as though it were a fragment shaped by ritual rather than geometry.
Overall, the brooch suggests themes of seeing, guarding, and vulnerability, an intimate, symbolic object that carries the quiet power of an amulet. It feels both ancient and contemporary, translating the language of protection and awareness into a luminous, wearable form.