Achab

Achab is an extraordinary crystal sculpture, measuring 160x55x42 cm, designed by architect Duccio Santini and Vasco Conti, owner of the Duccio di Segna glassworks in Colle di Val d’Elsa, a renowned center of Tuscan crystal production.

The artwork is inspired by the shape of a living being’s spine, evoking the skeleton of a whale and symbolically referencing Captain Achab, the protagonist of the famous novel Moby Dick. The transparency and brilliance of handcrafted Tuscan crystal give the sculpture a unique visual effect, enhancing the interplay of light and shadow on its masterfully crafted surface.

Created with the renowned Crystal of Colle di Val d’Elsa, this sculpture represents the perfect fusion of tradition and innovation in Italian crystal production. The artisanal expertise and excellence of Tuscan crystal are evident in every detail, giving the piece a timeless charm and profound symbolic meaning.

With Achab, the art of Tuscan crystal transforms into an emotional experience, where design and literary inspiration merge into a truly unique creation.