When the glass masters take over the threads

Most artists have a domain in which they excel and in some brilliant cases they become masters and a reference in their discipline. This is the case with the Kosta Boda art glass artists: Erika Lagerbielke, Bertil Vallien, Kjell Engman, Martti Rytkönen and Anna Ehrner. They are some of the world’s leading glass artists and until now they have put their talent at the service of Kosta Boda glass factory. 

Kosta Boda is one of the world’s leading brands of glassware and art glass. Based in the middle of the forest, in the southern region of Småland, Sweden, they have been dedicated to glass production since 1742.

Each of these 5 Kosta Boda artists has a different personality and a different vision that without a doubt translates in their work. There is the softness of Anna Ehrner. Bertil Vallien’s strong and confident pieces. The unique pieces of Kjell Engman inspired by musical instruments.  Erika Lagerbielke and her art works inspired by the nature and the sober water inspired sculptures by Martti Rytkönen.  Five artists united by a common denominator: Glass. All have succeeded in giving this material a unique look and meaning thanks to their creativity and personal techniques.

In a unique partnership between CarpetVista and Kosta Boda, Erika Lagerbielke; Bertil Vallien; Kjell Engman; Martti Rytkönen and Anna Ehrner have swapped glass for textile to create a unique collection of modern carpets. Every piece has been produced in a limited edition, knotted in India by hand using wool of the highest quality and accentuating the details with silk.