Ancient Rings 80: Lavender Tea continues Jim Scheller’s exploration of kiln-formed glass as a vessel for both material and metaphor. Constructed from meticulously arranged elements, this piece balances structure and fluidity, inviting contemplation on form, space, and transparency. The vessel’s canvas of ivory rings holds an intricate interplay of tea and lavender, with elliptical openings that illuminate the layers within.

The design creates a dynamic interplay between opacity and light, with tea-hued windows accentuating the rhythm of the composition. The meticulous assembly and deep slumping process result in an undulating rim, reinforcing the organic essence of the piece. Every detail, from the delicate alignment of thousands of hand-cut elements to the transformation of structure through heat and gravity, contributes to the narrative of time and precision embedded in Ancient Rings 80: Lavender Tea.

This work is part of Scheller’s Ancient Rings series, an ongoing exploration of form and pattern through kiln-formed glass.