![]() They built upon existing traditions of glassmaking by leveraging the existing network of design and technical schools, and relying on manufacturers, retailers, and exhibitions to promote and disseminate their ideas on a global scale. ![]() Glass was a prized material in which to express their ideas. As these designers sought to establish a modern style in Austria, they took inspiration from nature and their regional traditions, as well as from international artistic styles and movements. While in Corning, the exhibition will also include select loans in other media from North American collections, complementing the glass on view and further shaping our visitors understanding of this important moment in Austrian design.Īt the turn of the 20th century in Europe, the term architect was applied to those who designed building structures, as well as those who designed all aspects of interior decoration. We look forward to displaying objects from our own collection alongside the iconic works from the collections of the MAK and J. We are thrilled to partner with the MAK and Le Stanze del Vetro to present this groundbreaking exhibition in the U.S.," said Ruggiero. At the MAK and Le Stanze del Vetro, the exhibition was curated by Rainald Franz, MAK Curator, Glass and Ceramics Collection. At CMoG, the exhibition is curated by Assistant Curator Alexandra Ruggiero. The exhibition includes a total of 172 works, 50 of which are from CMoGs permanent collection and introduced to the presentation in Corning. Glass design of this period emerged from a confluence of ideas, individuals, and cultures and reflected a spirit of modernity. The exhibition explores a transformative moment in Austrian design. The Corning Museum of Glass is the first museum in the United States to present the exhibition Glass of the Architects: Vienna, 1900≡937, A cooperation of the MAK and Le Stanze del Vetro from Jto January 7, 2019. ![]()
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