Tom Barter transforms glass into luminous sculptures inspired by nature, memory, and play. |
Tom Barter shapes glass into radiant forms where light, colour, and story converge.
In his Folded Paper series, Tom Barter reimagines origami forms—planes, butterflies, dogs, cranes and more—through meticulous lost-wax casting. What begins as a fleeting paper fold becomes enduring sculpture, glowing with colour and permanence. His Landscape series transforms iconic New Zealand landmarks—Rangitoto, Mt Taranaki, Great Barrier, and Kapiti Island—into luminous glass silhouettes etched with delicate flax textures, celebrating the beauty and familiarity of these treasured places. Working from his Auckland studio, Tom Barter continues to expand the expressive possibilities of glass, bringing to life sculptures that are playful yet resonant. |
AVAILABLE WORKS
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Tom Barter
Origami Dog- Large Cast Glass 130 H x 160 W x 60mm D $300 each Available in Various Colours |
Tom Barter
Origami Cats Cast Glass 110 H x 130 W x 40mm D (Display leaning forward or facing upward) $300 each Available in Various Colours |
Tom Barter
Origami Rabbits Cast Glass 135mm height $300 each Available in Various Colours |
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Tom Barter
Cast Glass Rangitoto Island Cast Glass Extra Large (80cm) $680- By Order Large (58cm) $365 Small (33cm) $180 Available in Various Colours |
Tom Barter
Origami Dog- Schnitzel Cast Glass 80 H x 140mm W $300 each Available in Various Colours |
Tom Barter
Paper Planes Cast Glass, Table or Wall Display Large- 200mm length $300 (Table), $325 (Wall) Small- 140mm length $150 (Table), $175 (Wall) Available in Various Colours |
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Tom Barter
Origami Butterfly Cast Glass 120 H x 150 W x 50mm D $300 for table display $325 for wall hanging display Available in Various Colours |
Tom Barter
Origami Fantails Cast Glass 100mm height $280 each Available |
Tom Barter
Paper Cranes Hand Cast Glass 100 H x 170 W x 150mm D $300 each Available in Various Colours |






















