Following its success in Venice, the exhibition The Glass of the Architects: Vienna 1900 - 1937 travels to the Corning Museum of Glass in New York, offering an in-depth exploration of the groundbreaking role played by Viennese architects between 1900 and 1937 in shaping the design of glass, a material that became a symbol of modern aesthetics and exceptional craftsmanship.
This remarkable exhibition, originally presented at LE STANZE DEL VETRO and now at the Corning Museum of Glass, delves into the pioneering contributions of architects such as Josef Hoffmann, Koloman Moser, and Adolf Loos active in Vienna between 1900 and 1937. These young visionary designers collaborated with renowned Viennese glass manufacturers like E. Bakalowits & Söhne and J. & L. Lobmeyr, introducing revolutionary forms for both decorative and functional glassware. Their work embodied the principles of the Wiener Werkstätte, which championed a close collaboration between designers and artisans to create innovative and unique works.
Curated by Alexandra Ruggiero, the exhibition is divided into seven sections, each shedding light on the evolution of Viennese glass design, from the masterpieces of the Secession to the groundbreaking works showcased at international expositions. The showoffers an unmissable opportunity to discover the timeless allure of modern glass.
See the catalogue of the exhibition held at LE STANZE DEL VETRO
Installation view. Courtesy Corning Museum of Glass