Blown Glass: Mysterious Forms, Wonders of Technique

Holding period

2023.04.22 〜 2023.06.25

Focusing on distinctive blown glass from the East and West

Glassblowing is a technique in which hot, molten glass is blown into a vessel by blowing into it and inflating it like a balloon. This is a technique unique to glass that takes advantage of the properties of the glass material.

This exhibition focuses on such blown glass, displaying unique pieces from the East and West, such as the “Triple Jar” made in the Eastern Mediterranean region in the 2nd and 3rd centuries, and the “Lace Glass Footed Bowl” made in Italy in the 16th and 17th centuries.

In addition to this, the results of research conducted in collaboration with contemporary glass artists and researchers are also presented. Visitors can see and feel the works from the maker’s point of view, and rediscover the appeal of blown glass.
Events include a lecture by glass art historian Inoue Akiko and exhibition lectures by curators.

Event SummaryOutline

Location Suntory Museum of Art Galleria 3F, Tokyo Midtown, 9-7-4 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Access Direct connection from Exit 8 of Roppongi Station on Toei Subway Oedo Line, Direct connection from Roppongi Station on Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line via underground passageway, 3 minutes from Nogizaka Station on Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line

Holding period Saturday, April 22 – Sunday, June 25, 2023
*The exhibition may be changed during the exhibition period to protect the works.
Opening Hours 10:00 – 18:00 / Friday and Saturday – 20:00, May 2 (Tuesday) – May 4 (Thursday and national holidays) – 20:00 *All times until 30 minutes before closing
Contact Us 03-3479-8600
admission fee General 1,500 yen
closed day Tuesdays (open on May 2 and June 20)
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