Kosta Boda is thrilled to announce the exhibition «Passing Through», a celebration of Bertil Vallien at the Corning Museum of Glass, which opened on October 10th. The occasion marks a momentous celebration of Vallien’s remarkable 60-year career and the grand unveiling of this new collection, which is the largest offering of his iconic designs in the US.
Bertil Vallien’s Captivating Art Glass Lecture
For the first time in its history, the prestigious Corning Museum of Glass invited a brand, Kosta Boda, to conduct a lecture for over 1,500 people, in the museum’s impressive Amphitheater. The captivating event with Bertil Vallien, together with his son Hampus Vallien, was held live and as well as virtually for remote audiences to watch and engage.
During the Connected by Glass lecture Bertil’s Chief Assistant, Cecilia Kling, together with Corning’s talented Hot Glass Team, created some of his most famous works on stage. Museum enthusiasts and art glass appreciators around the globe alike were invited to witness Vallien’s mesmerizing artistry as the team crafted glass sculptures live in the Museum’s Amphitheater Hot Shop.
Spectacular Live Demonstration
Bertil’s Chief Assistant Cecila, together with the highly skilled team from Corning Museum of Glass, also brought life into his sculptures during a captivating showcase at the Museum’s Amphitheater Hot Shop on Wednesday, October 11th. The event was live-streamed to a global audience, with more than 500 attendees tuning in from across the world.
Furthermore, as a testament to unwavering dedication and enduring collaboration, Cecila Kling is celebrating an impressive 25-year journey working alongside Bertil within the renowned hotshop team at Kosta Boda. This collaboration showcases their enduring commitment to excellence and innovation in the world of glass art.
Own a Piece of Glass Art History
Introducing a new level of excitement, the Museum Shop at Corning proudly offers a curated selection of one-of-a-kind glass sculptures, handcrafted during these captivating demonstrations. These distinctive creations serve as the perfect complement to Bertil Vallien’s featured exhibit Passing Through. To explore the full collection of artwork by Bertil Vallien, please visit: https://shops.cmog.org/artists/glass-artists/bertil-vallien.
About The Corning Museum of Glass
Established in 1951 by Corning Glass Works, The Corning Museum of Glass is the foremost authority on the art, history, and science of glass. Located in the heart of the Finger Lakes Wine Country of New York State, the museum is home to the world’s most important collection of glass, including the finest examples of glassmaking spanning 3,500 years. The campus in Corning is home to the world’s preeminent collection of materials on the art and history of glass, the Rakow Research Library, and one of the top glassworking schools in the world. www.cmog.org
Kosta Boda has a rich history of craftsmanship, and design heritage for hundreds of years.
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