Synopsis on Conceptual Still Life Photographs Containing Wine Glasses, Crushed Glass, Sea Glass, and Satin Fabric by Michael Hanna:

Conceptually, these works could be interpreted as contemporary mythological chalices. A fountain of youth...but with a catch. Broken glass has connotations with danger, yet the sparkling of the glass and liquid begs the recipient to take a sip...or even a gulp. The mythological drinks are hazardous to drink but simultaneously promise rejuvenation. In essence, I am creating my own sense of fantastical dichotomy between perception and reality.

These photographs are a conceptual scenario of becoming a superhuman. Chalices which are a conceptual commentary on vanity and seeking contemporary mythological glory of self-enhancement akin to replicating Ancient Greek heroes such as Heracles, Achilles, Atalanta, and Perseus.