20 August 2024
 This week, Austrian glass and lighting manufacturer Lobmeyr (founded in 1823) gave a preview of what will be presented at the international craft exhibition at Homo Faber in Venice from September 1 to 30. The most interesting part concerns the development of drinking services, which will be presented in the 'Dialogues' section of Homo Faber. ('Homo faber' is Latin and refers to craftspeople, designers and also implies a more philosophical view of life and the environment that can be controlled by humans). Homo Faber 2024 is the third edition of this event dedicated to the celebration of craftsmanship. Founded in 2018 by the Michelangelo Foundation, Homo Faber has become an important cultural event that takes place on the island of San Giorgio Maggiore in Venice. Homo Faber brings together artisans, designers and brands from all over the world. It's announced that more than 400 artisans from over 70 countries will present more than 800 objects ( fast checked today on https://2024.homofaber.com/). The event is known for its thematic approach, this year titled 'The Journey of Life', which explores the role of craftsmanship in the key moments of human existence - from childhood and celebrations to dialogues and the afterlife. Lobmeyr, the Viennese glass and chandelier manufacturer with a 200-year history of craftsmanship and design, will provide insights into the development of its products and the influence of table culture on its designs in two sections of the event: 'Dialogues' and 'Celebrations'. In 'Dialogues', Lobmeyr will showcase 14 iconic drinking services, each representing a collaboration with legendary designers such as Josef Hoffmann or Adolf Loos. These pieces exemplify the company's tradition of dialogue between designers, craftsmen and the Lobmeyr family, and highlight the evolution of glass design over the past two centuries. In 'Celebrations', curated by Homo Faber Art Director Luca Guadagnino, Lobmeyr's artifacts, such as Oswald Haerdtl's ball boxes and vases and Aldo Bakker's night sets, underscore the importance of table culture and the art of hosting. These objects are exhibited as symbols of how craftsmanship elevates everyday rituals into meaningful experiences. Images courtesy of Lobmeyr, from left to right: Correspondence with Adolf Loos; © Lobmeyr. Design drawing of the drinking service No. 248 by Adolf Loos; © Lobmeyr. Lobmeyr drinking set No. 248 by Adolf Loos. Photo: © Mark Pock. The press release describes the design of the drinking set No. 248 with reference to the collaboration with Adolf Loos. The tumbler set features the characteristic Lobmeyr diamond cut on the bottom of the glasses. Each line is cut by hand and polished to a matte finish. The series is an early example of modern glass design, a Lobmeyr classic since 1931, designed by the architect and designer Adolf Loos, who was far ahead of his time with his uncompromising concept of form. The dialogue took place in written form, as Loos was already hard of hearing at the time. |
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