CHE Colore!
FEATURING SELECTIONS FROM THE RICHARD AND BARBARA BASCH GLASS COLLECTION
january 8 - march 22 , 2024
richard and barbara basch gallery

Ringling College Galleries + Exhibitions presents Che Colore!, the 15th annual curated exhibition of works from the world-class art glass collection of Richard and Barbara Basch.  

Step into the vibrant world of "Che Colore," where glass transcends its transparent nature and transforms into a kaleidoscope of hues. This mesmerizing exhibition showcases the brilliance of glass sculpture, capturing the essence of color in its purest form. 

Each sculpture in "Che Colore" is a testament to the artist's mastery over this delicate medium. From ethereal pastels to bold primaries, the collection is a symphony of colors that dance and play with the interplay of light. The artists have harnessed the transformative power of glass, using it as a canvas to express the rich spectrum of emotions and experiences. 

On view are some of the most exceptional examples of art glass, including brilliant one-of-a-kind commissions by the greatest masters of the medium from around the world: Peter Bremers, Lucio Bubacco, Lino Tagliapietra, Dale Chihuly, Laura Donefer, and many more.  

This exhibition is made possible, in part, with support from Community Foundation of Sarasota County, The Exchange, and WUSF 89 .7. 

Image: Top, Dale Chihuly, Bottom, Peter Bremers

DOCENT TOURS W/ BARBARA BASCH:  

Docent tours led by Barbara Basch are offered on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10:15 am beginning January 10, 2024.  Reservations are required. Tours last approximately 45 minutes. Please plan on arriving a few minutes early to allow time for parking. For any questions, please contact the Galleries + Exhibitions Department at 941-359-7563.