Glass seems to be inseparable from Venice. Yet the Venetians did not invent it — they simply detained it on their atoll for centuries, putting it to work in building their fortunes. They confined its secrets, its masters, its furnaces. It was, however, a remarkably creative kind of captivity — one in which glassmaking techniques…
The limits of growth Most great civilisations before us collapsed for one simple reason: they failed to manage the way they extracted and used resources. They grew too large, too dependent, too greedy. Supplies began to run out, shortages appeared, hunger followed, unrest grew — or the environment was degraded so severely that even small…
In today’s world of mass production and throwaway solutions, Scandinavian craftsmanship still stands as a benchmark of harmony between beauty and durability. Wood plays a particularly important role here – a material deeply rooted in the Nordic tradition, becoming not just a resource but almost the protagonist of a story about everyday objects. In Denmark,…
For quite some time now, humanity has been trying to collectively define its vision of the world and the future through international exhibitions. These fairs span across various fields — technology, design, ethnology, art, and ecology. Most of us probably know that the Eiffel Tower was built for one of the World Fairs in Paris,…
Cadovius shelving units have always been popular. In recent years, however, there has been an enormous surge in interest and many inquiries about them. Frequently asked questions include: I’d like to concisely explain how to easily identify Cadovius furniture through several details and provide some history about this ingenious Danish designer. Poul Cadovius designed his…
Every house or apartment relocation, which can be an ordeal for individuals and businesses alike, makes me think about the essence of our business, namely the furniture itself. Especially about their dimensions and weight, and how these have changed over the centuries. Here, it is impossible not to praise the mid-century modern style for its…
The rule of limited resources All beautiful objects, limited in quantity, gain value over time. This statement can be assumed with a steadily increasing GDP, relative world peace, and a rapidly growing and wealthy Earth population. Real estate in the centers of major cities, where land is increasingly scarce, is becoming more expensive; classic cars,…
The first few decades of a piece of furniture’s existence are a test of longevity. If the object passes this test, we know it will survive for decades as long as we take good care of it. So, how do we recognize valuable Thonet Cesca chair originals? How can we distinguish Gavina productions from fakes,…
We’ve had a lot of inquiries about these chairs lately. Every time I hear question whether they are original or not, so I decided to dispel all the unclarity and doubts regarding them. With this article, I am launching a blog, which will be based mainly on my practical knowledge with more than 20 years…
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