Hadeland Glassworks (Norway) glass

Hadeland Glassverk was founded in 1762 on land belonging to the Mo estate in Jevnaker, Norway. It is the oldest industrial company in Norway in continuous operation since its foundation. The glassworks was founded by Christopher Hammer, a Danish merchant who had been granted permission by the King of Denmark-Norway to establish a glassworks in Norway. Hammer recruited skilled craftsmen from abroad, principally from Germany, to get the glassworks started.

Initially, production consisted mainly of bottles, chemists' jars, medicine bottles and items of household glass. However, in 1852 when Ole Chr. Berg took charge of the glassworks, the company underwent dramatic development. Production was redefined to consist of smaller crystal items and included everything from wine glasses to bowls, dishes and vases. During the 19th century, Hadeland Glassverk mainly copied designs from other European manufacturers.

However, in the 1920s the company started developing its own designs. Hadeland Glassverk has more... since then become known for its innovative and stylish glassware, which is now sold all over the world. In 2001, Hadeland Glassverk was awarded the Norwegian Design Council's Classics for the Future award for its iconic glass series, Norgesglass. Norgesglass is a series of drinking glasses that was first designed in 1954. The glasses are simple and elegant, and they have become a staple in Norwegian homes.

Hadeland Glassverk remains one of Norway's leading producers of glassware, producing a wide range of products, from everyday glasses to high-end designer pieces. Hadeland Glassverk's products are known for their high quality and innovative design. less...