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Ettore Sottsass and the Art of Glass

Discover the fascinating world of Ettore Sottsass’s glass design, a remarkable chapter in the career of the legendary Italian architect and designer. In this engaging talk, art historian and glass specialist Cristina Beltrami and design expert Astrid Malingreau explore Sottsass’s innovative use of glass and crystal, which pushed the boundaries of contemporary design. They revisit the Venice exhibition at Le Stanze del Vetro, celebrating the 100th anniversary of Sottsass’s birth, where more than 200 glass works highlighted his mastery of material, form, and color. About Ettore Sottsass Ettore Sottsass (1917–2007), founder of the Memphis Group, is one of the most influential figures in 20th-century Italian design. Known for his bold colors, playful forms, and radical approach, his work spans furniture, jewelry, lighting, interiors, and architecture. For over 30 years, Sottsass collaborated with Olivetti, creating iconic products such as the Elea 9003, Italy’s first electronic calculator. Today, his designs are featured in the permanent collections of leading museums, including: the Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York) the Centre Pompidou (Paris) the Victoria & Albert Museum (London)