Following the success of the exhibition organized by LE STANZE DEL VETRO, Vittorio Zecchin – Glas für Cappellin und Venini at the LWL-Museum Glashütte in Gernheim, Germany, celebrates Vittorio Zecchin (1878-1947), the pioneer of modern glass design.
Zecchin’s creations are known for their classical elegance and delicate beauty. With subtly iridescent surfaces and impeccable proportions, his works marked a turning point in Murano glass production. Between 1921 and 1925, Zecchin became the first designer to collaborate with the glassworks of Giacomo Cappellin and Paolo Venini, establishing a distinctive style that earned international acclaim.
Drawing inspiration from Renaissance and Baroque paintings, as well as ancient glassmaking traditions, Zecchin defined a unique formal language that was enhanced by the craftsmanship of Giovanni Seguso and other master glassmakers. His works, with their delicate hues and technical precision, had a lasting influence on European glass production.
See the catalogue of the exhibition held at LE STANZE DEL VETRO