Precious stones from the Bohemian Paradise

The brothers Jan and Václav Fišers from Turnov. Their alleged voyage to Venice, five years of efforts to seize the local secret of secrecy, return to Turnov, dozens of wasted attempts and then - finally success! In 1711 they made the first glass for the production of artificial stones.

THE GLASSHOUSE IN NOVÝ SVĚT

It was in 1712, when Elias Müller built his glassworks on the estate of the Harrach Counts in Jilemnice. It continued in the traditional production of glass, which was produced on the border of the Giant Mountains and the Jizera Mountains in the middle of the 14th century. Even today, you can see not only metallurgical production and blowing glass, but also a hundred-year-old grinding shop. It is driven by a water turbine and transmissions used to distribute the driving force.

ELIAS PALME

Elias Palme, one of the most famous luminaire manufacturers, continued the tradition of chandeliers in Kamenický Šenov. Industrial production of chandeliers was started in 1724 by Josef Palme in Prácheň.

ELDORADO OF BEADS AND SEED BEADS

Surely you would not find in the whole Principle and in the broad surroundings of a person who would say a crooked word about Jan Šourek. After all, it was as if he had come to the Principle of Prosperity and Welfare. As soon as he took possession of the reeve, life in the village began to turn for the better. He was one of the first to venture into the world for business.

JOSEF RIEDEL

Josef Riedel, king of the Jizera Mountains glassmakers, was born in Hejnice in 1816. He was the representative of the sixth generation of the glass family and imprinted his footprint indelibly on the slopes of the Jizera Mountains.

FRIEDRICH EGERMANN

JOSEF PFEIFFER

Josef Pfeiffer - Jablonec entrepreneur and mayor, who was involved in the development of jewelery exports. Everything is confirmed at the imperial court and in 1866 Jablonec became a town during his reign.

BLOWN BEAD and its way to the tree

People can make sense of time and numbers, but not us, beads. However, I have heard that they have been blowing me in the mountains for more than a hundred years. As a bead would put it, that is a long time. You, who have never seen how a bead is born, you don´t know how beautiful life can be....

MELTED GLASS SCULPTURE

In 1920 the first Czech glass school was founded in Železný Brod, thanks to which the town became a center of glass art.

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Wranovsky Crystal

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Vesecko 490, Turnov
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+420 774 552 236

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By prior reservation - please one week before your scheduled visit.

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For more than a quarter of a century, the family-owned company Wranovsky has specialized in the design and handcrafting of luxury crystal lighting fixtures that adorn prestigious interiors around the world. The company proudly continues the 700-year tradition of Czech glassmaking, which it further develops through innovative processes and comprehensive customer care – from the initial design through precise production to the professional installation of the finished piece.

The basis of the brand's success is the unique craftsmanship passed down through generations of glassmakers, which guarantees that each chandelier is a unique original that cannot be mechanically replicated. The company's philosophy is based on combining top-quality materials with the continuous development of crystal processing technologies, resulting in lighting fixtures that are not merely a source of light, but a dominant design gem that reflects the talent and passion of its creators.

A visit to the company's headquarters in Turnov offers a unique opportunity to glimpse into the fascinating world of production and, accompanied by expert commentary, understand the specifics of working with precious crystal. Those interested can try their hand at working with this fragile material in a creative workshop, view the extensive decorative glass showroom, or consult on site about a unique lighting fixture tailored to their interior.