Emile Gallé
France 1846
1846 Born in Nancy, an important craft town in eastern France.
From a young age, studied at the ceramics and glass factory run by his father.
1862 Went to Germany to study history, botany, and mineralogy.
Simultaneously, studied at the famous Victoria and Albert Museum in the UK,
Observing Chinese and other Asian crafts, continuing the study of glassmaking techniques.
1873 Established his own studio, specializing in the design of glass art.
1884 Participated in the "Stone, Wood, Earth, Glass" themed exhibition held
by the Central Union of Decorative Arts in Paris, attracting public attention.
1885~1886 Interacted with Japanese painter Takanobu Takashima, influenced by whom,
Introduced Japanese art styles into future glass design and creation.
1889 Participated in the Paris World Exposition, winning the highest awards and gold medals;
Was also awarded the French Legion of Honor, entering the peak of his career.
1901 As a leading initiator, founded the Nancy School (Ecole de Nancy) Art and Industrial Society,
which aimed to take nature as a reference.
1904 Passed away at the age of 58; his wife and friends inherited the studio,
Continued to produce new works using the Gallé technique.
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