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Salviati and the Antique: Ancient Inspiration for Modern Glassmaking
12/1/2007

Ancient Focus Show

Salviati and the Antique: Ancient Inspiration for Modern Glassmaking

December 1, 2007–November 9, 2008

Salviati and the Antique: Ancient Inspiration for Modern Glassmaking is the Walters’ upcoming ancient focus show, a display that rotates annually as part of the museum’s ancient art collection.

Late 19th-century glassmakers were inspired by ancient art—especially ancient glass—that was found in excavations during this time period. Drawing on various qualities of ancient glass, such as techniques, motifs, shapes, colors and deterioration, Salviati & Co. in Venice produced stunning new creations. By juxtaposing ancient glass with its 19th-century counterparts, this exhibition of approximately 20 objects highlights the ancient sources for Salviati & Co. and its creative responses to earlier glassmaking techniques and aesthetics.

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