Glaskunst am Bau und Intermedialitat: Das Atelier Staubli in St. Gallen

Heinrich Stäubli's stained glass workshop in St. Gallen, Switzerland, creates works that integrate into churches, restaurants, and schools, shaping the Eastern Swiss built environment. This is the first analysis of the workshop's artworks and estate from the perspective of intermediality and modern art history, contextualizing Stäubli's work within the history of stained-glass art in German-speaking countries and its artistic-social relevance beyond Switzerland in the 20th century.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 132 pages
Publication date: 11 July 2022
Publisher: De Gruyter

The captivating stained glass creations of Heinrich Stäubli (1926-2016), hailing from St. Gallen, Switzerland, have left an indelible mark on the architectural landscape of Eastern Switzerland. These masterpieces, seamlessly integrated into churches, restaurants, and schools, continue to shape the visual environment of this region. The workshop's output is distinguished by its interplay between stained glass, murals, and various other artistic mediums, including graphic, textile, and funerary arts. This groundbreaking study is the first to examine Stäubli's artworks and estate through the lens of intermediality, drawing from the rich tapestry of modern art history. By contextualizing Stäubli's work within the broader history of stained-glass art in German-speaking countries, the study sheds light on the operations of the artistic workshop and its profound artistic-social significance. It reveals the far-reaching impact of stained glass beyond the borders of Switzerland in the 20th century, making it a testament to the enduring power of artistic expression.

Weight: 305g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783110748987