The Blown Glass Hermit Crab Shells by Robert DuGrenier give shellfish another chance at a home. Recreating their natural habitat, the artist DuGrenier blows glass to replicate their former home and also create an incredible piece of art. While actual Hermit Crabs can live in these shells, they are truly meant as more of an art installation.
Since they are custom made by the artist himself, the color options range from across the rainbow to gold and platinum. The exquisite shell renderings make a fascinating art piece -- a beautiful example of gorgeous sea life.
Throughout his 30-year-long career, DuGrenier has been a glass blower throughout this time. With his work with the crabs, he was able to actually keep hermit crabs in house to study the beauty of their shells.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Artistic Shellfish Homes
- Artists can create custom blown-glass homes for shellfish as both a functional and artistic piece.
- Replicating Natural Habitat
- Glass blowers can replicate the environment of different sea creatures to create custom habitats for their consumption and enjoyment.
- Functional Art Installations
- Art installations can be created that serve dual purposes, such as providing homes for sea creatures while also being visually stunning.
Where This Applies
- Art
- Glass blowers and other artists can create intricate blown-glass homes for shellfish and other sea creatures.
- Aquariums
- Aquariums and other marine-focused environments can purchase custom blown-glass habitats for the sea creatures and provide additional revenue streams by showcasing them as art installations.
- Home Decor
- Home decor companies could tap into the trend of creating custom blown-glass habitats for sea creatures and offer these as unique pieces for their customers.
