Mr&MrsBee Posted October 21, 2012 #1 Share Posted October 21, 2012 We recently visited the Chiuly Exhibition in St Petersburg Fl. In viewing some old photos of the Connie we noticed a orange sculpter hanging from the ceiling. Does anyone know if this is an original or one by his students. Thanks for the info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisestitch Posted October 21, 2012 #2 Share Posted October 21, 2012 The glass sculpture hanging outside the entrance to the Sky Observation Lounge on Constellation is an original Dale Chihuly. There used to be signage to that effect, but in one of the remodelings, that sign disappeared. But it is a magnificent piece -- I'll miss it and lots of the other artwork on board when I no longer sail on Connie in the future.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newlaxfan Posted October 21, 2012 #3 Share Posted October 21, 2012 Yes, it's an original. On his website it mentions an installation on Celebrity cruises. (Check under Florida.) I'm sure it's that one. http://www.chihuly.com/places-public-installations.aspx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmwnc1959 Posted October 21, 2012 #4 Share Posted October 21, 2012 Yes, it's an original. On his website it mentions an installation on Celebrity cruises. (Check under Florida.) I'm sure it's that one. http://www.chihuly.com/places-public-installations.aspx There's also one on the Celebrity Millennium. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmwnc1959 Posted October 21, 2012 #5 Share Posted October 21, 2012 Found this picture of the one on the Celebrity Constellation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbenboys Posted October 21, 2012 #6 Share Posted October 21, 2012 The glass sculpture hanging outside the entrance to the Sky Observation Lounge on Constellation is an original Dale Chihuly. There used to be signage to that effect, but in one of the remodelings, that sign disappeared. But it is a magnificent piece -- I'll miss it and lots of the other artwork on board when I no longer sail on Connie in the future.... I've been a fan of his glass works for over 30 years. I remember seeing his glass pieces in the Seattle art galleries in the late 1970s. Last month I went to his new garden and glass museum . It was fantastic. Richard http://www.chihulygardenandglass.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supersecdd Posted October 23, 2012 #7 Share Posted October 23, 2012 Be sure to get your picture taken under the glass; ours came out magnificently! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putterdude Posted October 23, 2012 #8 Share Posted October 23, 2012 It the real McCoy, I took a picture but I really like the Flickr picture better. It really is a lovely piece of work, however I am a bit surprised about its relatively obscure location. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunelm Posted October 23, 2012 #9 Share Posted October 23, 2012 Just to echo the other comments. The art-work on Connie is an original Chihuly that we were fortunate enough to see while on a transatlantic cruise. Also, we saw a fantastic exhibition a while back at the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix, AZ. I understand that one of his works is still there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wander Posted October 24, 2012 #10 Share Posted October 24, 2012 And the answer is - Do you mean did he design and approve of the final product - probably yes. Did he actually blow the glass for it - a resounding NO. Dale no longer blows glass, but does do the designs, quality control and sometimes the set-up. Some years ago (I have no idea how long ago it was but over 7 yrs) he was injured in an accident and lost the use of one of his eyes. Since then he only designs, supervises his production staff and students and sometimes the actual installation crew. However, he definitely is the creative inspiration behind the works with his name. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisestitch Posted October 24, 2012 #11 Share Posted October 24, 2012 This piece has been on Constellation for over 7 years, so who knows if he worked on it himself or someone else did. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ships R Great Posted October 24, 2012 #12 Share Posted October 24, 2012 It the real McCoy, I took a picture but I really like the Flickr picture better. It really is a lovely piece of work, however I am a bit surprised about its relatively obscure location. Might be to portect the work. Think of the bozos who might try to break pieces off. Of course they would be caught (cameras in all public areas) but it would be too late to save the damage. His work in the British Museum is breath taking! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisestitch Posted October 24, 2012 #13 Share Posted October 24, 2012 It is also in a great spot for viewing from all around, and for seeing lit up at night from the outside. So much interesting artwork on the M-class ships is hung in relatively obscure locations -- the self-guided art tours are very interesting to follow. It's really quite an impressive art collection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCGirl3211 Posted October 24, 2012 #14 Share Posted October 24, 2012 His installation in the Bellagio lobby is a show stopper. I don't care how many times you pass through that lobby you just have to look up and admire the artistry and creativity. I have taken many photos but none do justice to viewing the installation in person! Debbie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putterdude Posted October 24, 2012 #15 Share Posted October 24, 2012 Might be to portect the work. Think of the bozos who might try to break pieces off. Of course they would be caught (cameras in all public areas) but it would be too late to save the damage. Interesting thought and it could be exactly that. However, if you weren't looking you would miss it, I came upon it quite by chance and just thought ...WOW. It just seems a shame to hide such a lovely piece of art. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pjran Posted October 26, 2012 #16 Share Posted October 26, 2012 I wonder where the glass sculpture will be once Connie has been remodelled on deck11. I preferred the original colour curved sofa rather than the beige upholstery it is now, it made such a statement with the bold sofa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisestitch Posted October 26, 2012 #17 Share Posted October 26, 2012 I don't think any changes are planned to that end of the lobby (starboard side entrance to the Sky Observation Lounge). My guess is that the sculpture will stay where it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cpamomma Posted October 26, 2012 #18 Share Posted October 26, 2012 I've been a fan of his glass works for over 30 years. I remember seeing his glass pieces in the Seattle art galleries in the late 1970s. Last month I went to his new garden and glass museum . It was fantastic. Richard http://www.chihulygardenandglass.com/ We went to see this exhibit in May, the week it opened. It was soooooo amazing!!! I have also been a HUGE fan for many years. I thought I knew what to expect in the garden and glass exhibit, but it was so much more than I expected. I really recommend this to anyone who is spending more than a couple of hours in Seattle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momofmeg Posted October 26, 2012 #19 Share Posted October 26, 2012 How long will this exhibit be in Tampa? we will be there in early January. I will love to see it because I have seen his work on the Connie, Disney Wonder, and at the Atlantis resort in the Bahamas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr&MrsBee Posted October 27, 2012 Author #20 Share Posted October 27, 2012 I believe the Chihuly Collection is permanently located at 400 Beach Drive in St Petersberg Fl. Tel # 727-896-4527. Hopes this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momofmeg Posted October 27, 2012 #21 Share Posted October 27, 2012 I believe the Chihuly Collection is permanently located at 400 Beach Drive in St Petersberg Fl. Tel # 727-896-4527. Hopes this helps. thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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