Description
The initiative aims at deepening the existing partnership and establishing new partnerships between the Czech glass community and Norwegian glassmakers in Oslo and Lofoten. The main activity of the initiative is a 10-day long business trip of two representatives of the Municipal Museum in Železný Brod to Norway. During this stay, the Czech delegation will visit glassmakers in Oslo who are already in connection with the applicant. Then, the Czech participants and the partner will travel to Lofoten to meet new colleagues and try to establish new partnerships. The applicant also plans to visit
Summary of the results
Work trip (25/4 to 6/5 2024) included presentation to Oslo and Lofoten glassmakers and museologists. The work trip focused on a detailed analysis of the glassmaking and glass art and museology In Oslo and it surrounding and Lofoten. In Oslo, visits were made to several prominent glass workshops, providing an opportunity to explore both modern and traditional glass production techniques. The itinerary also included visits and presentation of and to local museums, which cover not only the history of glassmaking but also current trends in the field. On the Lofoten Islands, the trip focused on the specific characteristics of glass production in this unique region. Visits and presentations were made to local workshops and studios to study techniques that combine traditional Norwegian craftsmanship with modern approaches. Discussions with local glassmakers and experts provided valuable insights into sustainability and innovation in this area. Visits tp local museums that document the rich history and cultural heritage of the Lofoten Islands, highlighting their influence on glass art took place. This work trip provided a deeper understanding of the current state and developmental trends in glassmaking in Norway, offering inspiration and new perspectives for the Czech glassmaking and museum sectors.