Metro Cigar News Spring 1998: GIZ Studio

Merging Function and Beauty

The decorative glass industry may be compared to pieces on a mirror. They reflect themselves as well as those around them. There is a lot of room on that mirror but only a fraction of space on the edge. Therein lies GIZ Studio. With their limitless creativity in artwork and pioneering innovative techniques, GIZ has become the forerunner in the glass industry. Just ask Lon Schwartz, a connoisseur of fine glass art for over 30 years whose collection includes works of such notables as Lalique, Gallé, Daum Nancy and Müller. He contracted GIZ to manufacture all the decorative glasswork in his home including a spectacular unit to house Mr. Schwartz's prized glass collection. "I chose GIZ because they are on the cutting edge of advanced techniques in the glass industry." They had done work previously for Mr. Schwartz and he has watched them ascend new heights in glass artistry. "What GIZ did for me exceeded my expectations. Now they have reached a much more sophisticated level. Their studies of nature and coloration remind me of Gallé's work. They are taking functional glass and turning it into incredible art. This is art."

GIZ has now reached that level. GIZ Studio, a synthesis of glass and creativity. Come join them on the edge.

Tel: (305) 661-3003
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