Function of glass objects

Hour Glass:
This object is typically used in two ways. The hour glass was firstly introduced as a means to keep track of time and measure certain lengths of time that have passed. With advancements in technology the use of an hourglass has no longer been necessary. Its shape, form, and use has stayed with us until today due to its beauty. The use of glass within this object is a must, the object itself has to be transparent in order for its function to be complete.

Glass Head: 
This piece to me was particularly interesting. firstly I noticed that it was made from a mold, the seam running down the center of the face reveals that it is a two-part mold. I assume the use of a mold is relevant to this piece in order for it to be produced on a mass scale. At the base of the piece is what seems to be treads where something could be screwed onto it. Therefore this piece could also lend itself to being a container of sorts. However this piece is purely decorative and probably does not hold any real specific purpose. The glass material allows the piece to become decorative, whereas if the piece were to be a solid color one might assume that it could used for the purpose of a wig stand.

Billiards Light: 
This piece is being used in a specific setting in order to provide light to those playing a game of pool. The pieces style reflects a sense of nostalgia that goes along with the time period that pool and billiards halls would have been popular. The glass allows the light to pass through itself, projecting a red haze around the pool table. The design in particular is meant to match the red felt covered pool table as well.

Sculpture:
This is a piece that I made while i was a sophomore at Ohio University, the piece was a final project for a foundations 3-D sculpture class. The sculpture itself is glass sticks that are supported by a white plaster base. The glass sticks have actually served two functions during their life thus far. The glass sticks were originally part of a lamp that I had found at a thrift store. The sticks were dangling down from the lamp, with the lamps light shining through them. I took apart the lamp and re-purposed the glass into this sculpture. The glass i suppose has served the same function as being decorative, but its purpose has definitely changed.

Candle Holder: 
This piece is a glass candle holder that is typically used at a dinner setting. Something like this would be reserved for a special occasion or event where something unique would be necessary. The glass object interacts with the light above it reflecting the flickering flames of the candle. The piece being glass also allows you to see the layers of melted dripping wax on both sides of the candle holder, giving depth to piece.