This volume tells the story of an extraordinary decade in the artistic production of Archimede Seguso, a leading figure in the revival and innovation of Venetian glassmaking in the postwar period. Through a rich selection of works, documents, and critical essays, the volume retraces the years in which the master successfully combined Murano tradition with formal experimentation, creating works of remarkable elegance and modernity.

A journey into the heart of glass art, exploring technical virtuosity, aesthetic research, and creative vision, this book fully conveys the greatness of one of the most important figures in twentieth-century Italian design and craftsmanship.

Published by Allemandi, this volume is an essential resource for scholars, collectors, and lovers of glass art.

Turin, 1995