“The Czech tradition of glass art is a phenomenon that has fascinated the world for decades. Czech glassmakers have initiated the creation of unique works of glass art, continuously refining them over the years, and remain at the forefront of their development and current trends.

Ivana Mašitová studied under the world-renowned icon of modern glass, Professor Stanislav Libenský in Prague (Czech Republic), who, together with his wife and collaborator Jaroslava Brychtová, is considered the most important glass artist of the twentieth century.

Thanks to her talent and creativity, Ivana Mašitová was recognized from the beginning of her artistic career as one of his best students in the creation of extraordinary glass sculptures, objects, and architectural works using various technologies. After many years in the field, she now combines talent and creativity with extensive experience and the ability to manage any project with unique results. This has earned her recognition both at home and abroad.

She is therefore regarded as a successor to the professor’s highly professional artistic principles, as well as a continuer of his success.”

Prague, March 2018

PhDr. Sylva Petrová, Emeritus Professor at the University of Sunderland, UK, freelance curator, and author of the book Czech Glass (2001).