memoriae
For many people, art is the spice of life. However, as we have seen many times in the history of mankind, art plays
a crucial role even when the human soul departs this world, leaving behind only a memory – MEMORIAE. To learn how memories in the form of works of art can withstand the ravages of time, we only need to look at artefacts from ancient Egypt, which still reassure us of love and devotion to the dead. Every life is unique and deserves a unique memory. This is one of the reasons why the MEMORIAE brand was created. Its artistically conceived glass cremation urns are designed with respect and humility with regard to their function. They are handmade in the Czech Republic, one of the cradles of European glassmaking, using traditional glassmaking techniques. Thanks to this, each urn becomes a unique original, which fulfils the function of dignity and refined aesthetics. Minimalist morphology and colours are combined in three series – Globe, Tumulus and Monumentum.
“Finding beauty in sadness, hope in loss and dignity in defeat – that is the true art of life.”
Arthur Miller, 1915–2005
MEMORIAE brings together modern design and century-old Czech glass craftsmanship. Founded by three partners with a shared appreciation for timeless design and meaningful objects, the collection was created for those who understand the importance of beauty, memory, and ritual in everyday life.
The visual concept was created by award-winning Czech designer David Valner, and each object is handmade by the master glassmakers of Valner Glass Production studio.
MEMORIAE offers a thoughtful and personal place for remembrance, objects created not only to preserve memory, but to honor presence, connection, and the lives that continue to shape us. MEMORIAE is distributed worldwide by SKLO.
