Urbanglass - Karel a Eva Urbanovi
The Urban family business, founded in 1991, is a leader in the design and production of traditional Železný Brod glass figurines. This close-knit creative duo specializes in the precise handcrafting of Czech crystal using a blowtorch, with their portfolio ranging from small sculptures to oversized glass statues.
The company's philosophy is deeply rooted in respect for local tradition and the desire to preserve this unique craft for future generations. Over decades of work, the couple has brought their own inventiveness and innovative technological processes to production, enabling them to create works of high aesthetic value. Their lifelong pride and joy are their unique glass nativity scenes, comprising hundreds of figures, which today adorn prestigious museums and private collections around the world.
A visit to the family gallery in Železný Brod offers a year-round view of a fascinating display of glass animals, flowers, and jewelry, which is expanded during Advent with thematic exhibitions of nativity scenes. Guests can look forward to engaging excursions with expert commentary and live demonstrations of glassmaking, where raw glass comes to life under the hands of master craftsmen. For those who want a deeper experience, the workshop offers the opportunity to try their hand at the craft or take part in a specialized glassmaking course and take home an artifact they have made themselves.