| Casa Chameleon will host a
special Moser trunk show in celebration of the famous Czech crystal's
150th anniversary this year. For the special occasion of its 150th, Moser
has created an unprecedented collection of historical replicas and
contemporary art pieces, many of which are limited editions. A selection
of these and other Moser pieces, in both classic and modern designs, will
be showcased and available for purchase at the Casa Chameleon trunk show.
Moser is known world-wide as the jewel
of European crystal. From humble beginnings in 1857 as an engraving
studio, throughout the years Moser grew to a factory of international
acclaim for its remarkable engravings and brilliant colors inspired by
precious stones. Moser's pedigree is impeccable, hailing from the Czech
Republic's former region of Bohemia where glass-making began in the 1200s,
and by the 1700s was known world-wide as the pinnacle in fine glass and
crystal.
Founder Ludwig Moser, an engraver and
painter, led his glassworks to establish an early international reputation
for quality engraving on glassware, a recognition that encouraged him to
commence production of his own glassware in 1893. Moser's reputation was
further enhanced through an affiliation with the famous Vienna Workshop
which provided an opportunity to execute the designs of Josef Hoffmann.
Many of these Hoffmann-designed pieces are in museums and collections
around the world.
Under Ludwig Moser's stewardship and
later his sons', Moser received awards and recognition practically every
year at international exhibitions in Europe and the U.S. Soon Moser became
the proud possession of royalty, heads of state and well-known
personalities throughout the world, an esteemed reputation that has held
fast and continues to grow in the 21st century.
At least 30 skilled crafts people
"handle" each piece of Moser before it is finished. Each stage in the
production process is a revelation of the craftsmanship and precision that
goes into creating Moser crystal. The Moser hallmark, which is affixed
after many quality checks, assures the ultimate user of a flawless piece
of crystal truly befitting of the line's distinctive reputation as the
jewel of European crystal. |