We don’t think of ourselves as taking full responsibility for the formation of our glasswork, but rather, we are vehicles for what the art has come to be.

—Resurrect Studio

Resurrect Studio is a collaborative glass practice that approaches the medium as both material and spirit. Working with molten glass, the artists surrender to its unpredictable nature, embracing the chance and transformation inherent in the process. Their work is less about imposing form and more about listening—allowing the glass itself to determine its final state. This philosophy places them within a lineage of contemporary makers who see art not as domination of materials but as co-creation with them.

Based in the U.S., Resurrect Studio has exhibited regionally and nationally, with pieces that range from delicate vessels to sculptural installations. Their work emphasizes the tension between fragility and permanence, transparency and opacity, control and release. By positioning themselves as conduits rather than sole creators, they invite viewers to experience glass not only as an object, but as an unfolding dialogue between artist, material, and environment.

On this particular artwork, the artists write:

Composed of over 100 glass artifacts recovered from a century-old landfill in Brooklyn, NY, this piece acts as a time capsule, offering a glimpse into a bygone era. Over time, the glass fragments were naturally smoothed by the brine of the bay, transforming sharp edges into soft, gemstone-like crystals. Titled Haima, meaning “seahorse” in Chinese, the creature stands on its snout, revealing layers of New York City’s history and providing a rare window into the lives and homes of those who came before us.