Peter Mandl is a Czech-born sculptor working primarily in glass and bronze, now based in Sweden. Following the events of 1968, he settled in Scandinavia, where he developed a long-standing studio practice shaped by both Central European glass tradition and Scandinavian modernism.
Mandl studied at the College of Glass Art in Železný Brod and later at Konstfack University of Arts, Crafts and Design in Stockholm, with additional training at Orrefors’ Glass School. His early professional experience included work with leading glasshouses such as Kosta and Orrefors, grounding his practice in material discipline and technical rigor.
Devoted to sculpture throughout his life, Mandl is known for a distinctive forming and mould-melting technique through which he captures fleeting moments in solid glass and bronze. His works draw inspiration from natural forces and the human body, creating forms that appear frozen in time yet remain visually dynamic. Balancing classical proportion with fluid abstraction, his sculptures invite both contemplation and calm, occupying a distinctive place within collectible contemporary glass art and sculpture. Today, his creations are featured in public and private collections worldwide.
Sculpted in luminous glass, Persefone evokes both delicacy and strength. Her form is fluid yet grounded, shaped with precision and an instinctive understanding of the female spirit. The sculpture captures a moment of stillness—one that speaks of mythology, rebirth, and timeless grace.
The elegant contours and poised stance reflect the hand of a master sculptor whose work is deeply rooted in classical beauty yet expressed through the modern medium of glass. Light dances across the surface, revealing subtle curves and internal energy, as if Persefone herself were emerging from another realm—half myth, half modern muse.
Whether displayed as a centrepiece or part of a curated collection, Persefone radiates quiet power. A celebration of the feminine divine, frozen in crystal clarity.
DETAILS
Materials & finishes
Mold melted glass, cut and polished
Artist
Peter Mandl, Czech Republic, signed and certified
Special requests
Price Available Upon Request, customization in color to suit individual preferences
Dimensions
70 (H) x 21 (W)x 27 (D)cm
