Masters of Light - From Vienna to Shanghai
An immersive experience, a retrospective exhibition, a vision of the future, Masters of Light - From Vienna to Shanghai is the first exploration of the heritage and revolutionary spirit of one of the oldest European luxury brands.
Through a unique and panoramic scenography, divided into seven Chambers of Wonder, every visitor will be taken on a journey from 19th Century Vienna - where Daniel Swarovski was first inspired to redefine the creation of crystal - to
21st Century Shanghai, and beyond.
Future History
Each represents a vision of the future conversing with history, united by their innovative approach to Swarovski Crystal. Embracing new methodologies and cherishing tradition in a unique symbiosis, Swarovski’s continuing creative exchange with international fashion houses represents a fusion of heritage and invention.
The Jewellery Box
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A gallery of captivating jewellery reflecting Swarovski’s signature colours.
The Pop Icons Room
Mathemagical
Swarovski has a rich history of collaboration with global contemporary artists. To celebrate Masters of Light - From Vienna to Shanghai, Swarovski collaborated with Beijing artist Tian Xiaolei on an installation of digital artworks. Drawing inspiration from Swarovski Crystal and translating it into a new medium, Tian expands his ongoing Myth artwork series, which showcases fantastical human-machine hybrids as visions of future humanity. Limbs fuse with Swarovski Crystals, as if jewellery is part of the anatomy.
Diamonds of the Future
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De première
Title:De wereldwijde première van Masters of Light - from Vienna to Shanghai vond plaats in het Museum of Contemporary Art in Shanghai. De internationale metropool Shanghai, waarin vooruitstrevendheid en traditie samenkomen, werd gekozen voor de opening van de nieuwe tentoonstelling omdat deze het gevoel van Swarovski perfect weergeeft.
Swarovski Global Creative Director, Giovanna Engelbert
Sinds 1895 is Swarovski nauwe creatieve samenwerkingen aangegaan met ontwerpers om hun dromen te realiseren in kristallen. Deze traditie wordt tot op de dag van vandaag in stand gehouden onder de creatieve richting van Giovanna Engelbert.
Alexis Nasard, CEO van Swarovski, en Giovanna Engelbert, Global Creative Director
Alexis Nasard en Giovanna Engelbert tijdens de openingsnacht van ‘Masters of Light - From Vienna to Shanghai’. Deze tentoonstelling vormt echt een eerbetoon aan vakmanschap en savoir-faire op het gebied van elke creatieve discipline.
