Glass-making since the 14th century

Frauenau

A living digital archive of Bavarian Forest glass-making heritage. Preserving centuries of craft knowledge. Connecting traditional artisans with contemporary designers.

The Bavarian Forest provided wood for furnaces and sand for glass. Generations of families developed techniques passed down through apprenticeship. Now, as industrial glass dominates and young people leave, this knowledge risks disappearing. We preserve it.

Archive Components

Technique Archive

Video documentation of master craftspeople at work. Step-by-step process breakdowns. Tool specifications and material science.

Oral Histories

Recorded interviews with current and retired artisans. Family histories and workshop lineages. Stories of innovation.

Apprenticeship Matching

Profiles of masters willing to teach. Application system for aspiring apprentices. Residency coordination.

Designer Marketplace

Connecting traditional artisans with contemporary designers. Custom commission facilitation. Collaborative development.

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