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Italiano (Italia) 
Cacti grow where nothing else could grow, least of all on the edge of a catwalk. In a pocket-sized version they were part of the invitations to the fashion show, in a giant version - but still handmade by Murano glass artisans - they became part of the dialogue between the set design and the collection. They symbolise strength, protection and adaptability, but also resilience. A trip to southern Italy was the starting point. "I was thinking about Calabria and the cacti I saw where the land is arid," said the creative director of Bottega Veneta. Inspired by the traditional Japanese technique of Shou Sugi Ban - the practice of making wood more durable and resistant by using fire - he recreated a barren landscape, contrasting with the vitality and pragmatism of contemporary luxury. With a special edition of the Cabanon LC14 stools designed by Le Corbusier and produced by Cassina, hand-burnt just like the floor of the show space, he began his tale and a story of rebirth. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)
Exceptional Talent
