‘Liquid Light’: Venetian glass masterpieces on display at the NGV

By Roberta Vitiello / Laura Egan
Community contribution / 5 years, 4 months ago

This month, the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) opened its latest exhibition which showcases one of Italy’s most ancient and famous arts: Venetian glass.

Installation view of ‘Liquid Light: 500 Years of Venetian Glass’, on display at NGV International from March 8, 2018 to April 13, 2020. (Photo: Tom Ross)

On display until April 12, 2020, ‘Liquid Light: 500 Years of Venetian Glass’ showcases the art from the 16^{th ...}

On the island of Torcello, in the Venetian Lagoon, glass objects dating back to the eighth century have been discovered.

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‘Liquid Light’: Venetian glass masterpieces on display at the NGV

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