HDI Exhibition pick: “Ettore Sottsass Design Radical” at the Met Breuer

The Met Breuer just opened an exhibition on the the Italian architect and designer Ettore Sottsass (1917–2007). It’s an absolutely wonderful show that we highly recommend that evaluates Sottsass’s career in a presentation of key works in a range of media—including architectural drawings, interiors, furniture, machines, ceramics, glass, jewelry, textiles and pattern, painting, and photography. It is an amazing experience to see the work of Sottsass, what inspired him and the artists that were inspired by Sottsass. This exhibit will mesmerize you by the various juxtapositions, the deep colors and the wonderful selections of his work. We can highly recommend a visit and we hope you enjoy this exhibit as much as we did. Below are a few of our highlights of the show. “Ettore Sottsass Design Radical” is on view at the Met Breuer until October 8th, 2017.

From our own collection, click here for an important 18K gold architectural ring by Ettore Sottsass from 1964 currently on view at our jewelry salon at The Carlyle Hotel. Click here for a dramatic diagonal stripe and diamond pave pyramid ring by Ettore Sottsass and Cleto Munari from 1985. We look forward to welcoming you at HD Jewels at The Carlyle Hotel!