The Best of Modern Swedish Art Glass: Orrefors and Kosta
“The Best of Modern Swedish Art Glass” delves into Orrefors and Kosta glass design, showcasing their influence on modernist art and design.Read More →
January 31, 2025
A selection of design posts and articles about the last 150 years of glass design offers a fascinating insight into the evolution of this versatile material. From the Art Nouveau period to today, glass has been used countless times, from functional objects to purely decorative pieces. The designs have ranged from simple and elegant to complex and ornate, with each era leaving its unique mark on the medium.
In recent years, glass has become increasingly popular as a sustainable material, with designers experimenting with new techniques and forms. Whether you are interested in contemporary design or historical context, there is something for everyone in this collection of articles. So why not journey through time and explore the world of glass design?
“The Best of Modern Swedish Art Glass” delves into Orrefors and Kosta glass design, showcasing their influence on modernist art and design.Read More →
Klaus Moje was a renowned glass artist known for innovations in the art of glass fusion. He also significantly contributed to academia by founding the Australian National University School of Art Glass Workshop.Read More →
Ingeborg Lundin, a renowned Swedish glassware designer, excelled at Orrefors from 1947 to 1971, creating dynamic pieces like the Apple vase, and receiving numerous accolades.Read More →
Boehm joined Rosenthal in 1966. His limited-edition Reticelli range illustrated his interest in Italian glass by incorporating cotton twist threads in the molten glass-like 17th-century Venetian vessels. Read More →
Teruo Yamada, a prominent Japanese glassware designer born in 1945, showcased his work at numerous prestigious exhibitions, contributing significantly to traditional crafts in Japan.Read More →
Finn Lynggaard, born in 1930, was a pioneering Danish ceramicist and glassware designer known for his unique flower designs. He co-founded Glasmuseet Ebeltoft and his work still graces multiple galleries worldwide.Read More →
Aino Aalto’s iconic Pressed Glass 4644 collection, known for its functional simplicity, revolutionized glassware design, emphasizing utility and enduring aesthetic appeal.Read More →
The Aalto Vase, a symbol of Finnish design, embodies innovation and elegance. Its history, evolution, and contemporary relevance shape modern design philosophy.Read More →
Saint-Gobain, a French company, is renowned for its glass innovations, such as the illuminated glass radiator and Duralex goblets, showcasing its lasting impact on the industry.Read More →
Webb Corbett is a British glassware manufacturer, located in Stourbridge.Irene Stevens joined Webb Corbett as a designer in 1946. L. Green designed its 1958 Bouquet range of cut glass. David Marquess of Queensberry was retained as a consultant designer in the early 1960s.Read More →