Albrecht Durer has introduced a new engraving technique called Verin to the frames of its latest eyewear collection, PERSONA II.
Key points
•Albrecht Durer applies Verin engraving to PERSONA II frames
•Verin is an ancient technique for carving lines into metal plates
•Bringing Renaissance art and modern eyewear together
Albrecht Durer recently announced that it has applied the Verin engraving technique to the frames of its new eyewear line, PERSONA II. This innovative approach connects the brand's traditional values with modern technology by incorporating Renaissance-era artist Albrecht Durer’s etching techniques into contemporary eyeglass manufacturing.
The Verin engraving process involves directly carving lines into metal plates, a technique that has been used in printmaking for centuries. By applying this method to the metal parts of its frames, Albrecht Durer has added new visual expressions without altering the structural integrity of the glasses.
In this collection, Albrecht Durer maintains the existing spring mechanism while introducing Verin engraving to showcase how Renaissance art and modern eyewear manufacturing can be seamlessly integrated. The company aims to present a unique line of eyewear that blends tradition with contemporary design.
