Lino Tagliapietra | Currents of Light

Traver Gallery is now the home for the most significant works from Lino's American studio collection. Presented in the gallery's new waterfront space along Seattle's ship canal, Currents of Light celebrates the shared spirit between Murano's canals and the Pacific Northwest's maritime waterways. This new setting offers a quiet resonance: an affinity between two cities shaped by water, and their rich and evolving history of glass. Tagliapietra's forms, colors, and surface techniques draw on a lifetime of travel, experimentation, and reflection. His pursuit of perfection within his craft is unparalleled, but his astonishing ability to capture rare beauty in his sculptures truly sets him apart. His vessels echo the places that have shaped his life: Asia, Africa, the Americas, and Europe. Interpreted through glass with precision and lyricism, Lino's sculptures range from the architectural to the poetical. Each piece in this exhibition was personally selected with care by Bill Traver and Sarah Traver, whose deep knowledge of Lino's work spans decades. As longtime friends and gallery representatives, the Travers have been part of Lino's story since his earliest visits to the U.S. to teach at Pilchuck Glass School, giving him his first solo exhibition at the gallery and championing his work ever since. The Travers' insight and enduring connection to Tagliapietra bring a rare depth to this presentation, one shaped by history, friendship, and a shared belief in the transformative qualities of glass and art. Few artists have left such a lasting imprint on their medium. Tagliapietra has redefined what is possible in glass as a maker, teacher, and visionary. We are proud to continue this legacy with his upcoming exhibition, Currents of Light.

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