Between Earth and Sky
Description
Between Earth and Sky is a sculptural glass crystallophone inspired by the “gili” from Ghana.
It is inspired by medieval fairy tales as well as the African folklore.
The “gili” is a balafon. Its name means “make the bala sign”. It is a traditional xylophone from Africa.
Technical Description
Two octaves glass crystallophone
Technique: cast glass, laminated and carved cherry wood
Materials: glass, cherry wood, agate, tiger’s-eye, copper wire
Dimensions: length: 58 in. / 150 cm · width: 36 in. / 92 cm · height: 42 in. / 107 cm
Year of production: 2007
Purchase
Price: $ 12,000