AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2008




Seguso Vetri d'Arte

In This Issue

RESURRECTED
L.E. Smith glass was literally days away from the wrecking ball. It’s a very inspiring tale of how the cavalry rode in to save a 101-year-old company steeped in Americana. That the rescuer is Scottish makes this hands-across-the-water salvation all the more rich.

SEGUSO VETRI d'ARTE
Seguso Vetri d’Arte, the 75-year-old Murano glass company, is once again in the hands of the esteemed Seguso family, owners of Seguso Viro. It’s a joyous time in the history of both companies, each renowned for its glassmaking prowess.

BY DESIGN - MARTTI RYTKÖNEN
The delightful Finn captures his quirky and classic essence in his work for both Orrefors and Kosta Boda ... and he'd be the first to confirm what a long, strange -- and perfectly delightful -- trip its been.

TABLEWARE TODAY INTERVIEW - MICHAEL WAINWRIGHT
Ceramicist Michael Wainwright has spent 18 years as a studio potter. Now, eager to broaden his business as well as his horizons Wainwright has taken on partners to help finance ambitious goals for his tabletop creations and his brand. Our exclusive interview with the designer/entrepreneur on the giant leap of faith required to move business to the next level.

 

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