Steve Tobin, Large Cocoon

Description

Steve Tobin
Large Cocoon

Vistosi
c. 1990
cased and hand-blown glass, patinated iron
89 h x 18 w x 16 d in (226 x 46 x 41 cm)

Provenance: Collection of Wendy and David Ellsworth

This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.

Condition

Very good condition. Glass element shows a few small and faint scuffs from contact with iron poles. Iron cage has a few small errant areas of what appears to be enamel, likely in the making.

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Steve Tobin, Large Cocoon

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Estimate $2,000-$3,000Apr 23, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT

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Apr 23, 2026 11:00 AM EDT

Lambertville, NJ, United States

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