JohnWietfeldt
Stained Glass Sculptor
Glass Gallery
- Available for commission and collaboration -
My abstract rendition of
a notorious
Arizona predator. $1,200
inspired by
$1,800
inspired by
$1,800
Diamondback - 2009
10x11 in / 25.4x27.9 cm
A glass rendition
of the all-too-familiar
blue fabric mask that both protected and alienated us.
$4,500
Virtual Contact - 2021
10.5x8.5x7.4 in / 26.7x21.6x19cm
This project began with a trip to the Seychelles where I collected the mollusks and corral that accompany the piece.
$2,400
Horse of the Sea - 2004
16x6x18 in 40.6x15.2x45.7 cm
Inspired by both the iridescence and texture of the glass, like sunlight through the rolling surf.
Its patina metal surfaces provide natural flow to convey tranquility and peacefulness.
$4,800
Sea Glider - 2020
11.5x10.3x3.5 in / 4.25x4.1x1.4 cm
Always, with a look of wonder or perhaps, "How nice to eat you."
Different from previous accomplishments, a ridged trunk atop a seemingly frail base incorporates tension wires into each leg for stability.
$3,400
Curious Mantis - 2020
14x11x10 in / 35.5x27.9x25.4 cm
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Classic North American Buffalo - a study in primitivism.
$650
Buffalo Primitivo - 2020
5.7x9 in / 14.5x22.9 cm
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Returning home from Trinidad & Tobago, I found a small shell in my pocket.
Sitting on my table for months, it finally became my model.
$950
Conch Shell- 2008
2.7x7.5 in / 6.8x19 cm
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During a trip to British Columbia, I studied hundreds of totems from Canada's First Nations. Returning home, I developed this unique design depicting the hierarchy of the natural world and attempting to invoke a similar sense of reverence.
$9,500
Noble Totem - 2011
35x17 in / 89x43.1 cm
A ruby red version of a common Arizona resident - enlarged for
maximum impact.
$2,400
Rosé Scorpion - 2010
6x7x9 in / 15.2x17.8x22.9 cm
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The prelude to Stallion Noir, and an exercise in adding motion to my medium.
$1,500
Stallion Minor - 2018
8.75x6x1.75 in / 3.44x2.36x0.69 cm
One of my earliest works, spanning one year from plan to completion. Much of my current technique and process and was
developed during
its design and
construction.
$8,800
Trojan Horse - 2004
16x6x18 in / 40.6x15.2x45.7 cm
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Heavily textured glass lends to the illusion of origami paper.
Bearers of
success and good fortune.
$450/pr
Origami Swans - 2015
7x8.5x3.5 / 5.8x10x9 in
17.8x21.6x8.9 / 14.7x25.4x22.9 cm
A statement piece inspired by summer days kayaking the Salt River, where wild horses gather at the water's edge.
$5,500
Stallion Noir - 2020
27x7x26 in / 68.6x17.8x66 cm
Masks
Constructed completely of glass, these adult-sized masks were designed for display
A whimsical, creative piece. $1,350
$4,500
Funny Face - 2015
Once worn as a costume.
Hooded cloak
not included.
$1,500
Skull Mask - 2017
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This majestic mask was a created in recognition of the poaching and killing of endangered species that threaten to change our world forever, if not stopped.
$4,500
Leo - 2010
Another noble creature on the brink of extinction.
$4,200
$4,500
Wolf - 2011
Pieces from the Past
Completed projects no longer in my collection.
Translucent Swan - 2020
22x17x18 in / 55.9x43.2x45.7 cm
As I often do for larger projects, a smaller scale version was built first to
identify and work through the most complex areas of construction.
The Phoenix - 2019
8x12.5 in / 20.3x31.7 cm
In homage to the place I have called home for over 40 years. I could be coerced into building something larger.
Pearl Box - 2018
7.5x5x1.5 in / 3x1.9x0.59 cm
This hinged oyster was used by a client to hide a special pearl necklace for his sweetheart.
Night Meets Day - 2012
8.5Hx13 in / 21.6x33 cm
This was done as a study toward the final design for a unique face for a grandfather clock. $950
Multiple trips to China's Forbidden City inspired this work, which is reminiscent of many of the carvings and sculptures found there. $2,400
Year of the Dragon - 2012
6.5x5.5x14.5 in / 16.5x14 cm
Church Glass Ivy - 2014
60x72 in / 152x183 cm
Decorative glass vines custom-designed to create high impact in an entryway yet subtly blend into this client's outdoor landscape.