I am completely underwhelmed by this piece. It looks more like a poor representation of Hades as opposed to Mars. I may return it. The black marks look like someone streaked it with a Sharpie marker. Shown on the background it is misleading. This year has been a bit of disappointment regarding Ltd edition pieces. I hope next year will be better executed. Design is important.
My home has lots of this beautiful glass, water bottles, glasses in two sizes. I lived in Huntington and then Ashland and trips to Blenko were part of my life for 30 years. Blenko
is an American treasure.
I purchased this because I thought I would hang it on my Christmas tree. But the pine trees, moon and owl design are appropriate for any season. I wasn't sure if I would be able to see the design well because the glass is clear, but the light hits the glass at different depths and the owl seems to glow. I will be leaving this piece up year round.
I did not realize from the picture that the rim is yellow and the center is orange. I love this detail. The glass has a very smooth finish and the design is very detailed. It glows in the light... I am so happy with this purchase.
We lived in South Charleston, WV as my kids grew up and they are still true to the state - each year I get them a piece of Blenko Glass as we often visited and watch them blow glass.