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Celebrate the fusion of traditional techniques and modern design in our eyewear, combining artisanal heritage with contemporary style. Each model embodies the wisdom and authentic traditions of Italian craftsmanship, enriched by international influences.
PASQUALE GIANGASPERO
Owner and Son
Pasquale Giangaspero, the creator of the Metio brand (“Artisan” in Esperanto), received his training as a goldsmith at the renowned School of Art. Following in his father’s footsteps, he has passionately dedicated himself to the family workshop since 1980. Combining his expertise as a goldsmith with a fervent passion for the eyewear industry, Pasquale explores the realm of design and studies the use of new materials to create unique eyewear pieces.
Pasquale Giangaspero, founder of Metio, is a goldsmith trained at the School of Art. Since 1980, he has worked in the family workshop, combining his goldsmith expertise with a passion for eyewear and material innovation.
GIOVANNI GIANGASPERO
Father and Goldsmith
Giovanni Giangaspero, a skilled goldsmith craftsman with over thirty years of experience, is deeply passionate about art and jewelry design. He is inseparable from his workbench, where precision craftsmanship serves as the foundation for everything he creates.
Giovanni’s dedication to his craft is evident in each exquisite piece he produces. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence, he continually explores innovative techniques and materials to bring his unique vision to life
Giovanni Giangaspero, a skilled goldsmith with over thirty years of experience, is passionate about art and jewelry design. His dedication to precise craftsmanship is the foundation of everything he creates, constantly exploring new techniques and materials to bring his unique vision to life.
eyewear production is carefully studied and carried out in our laboratories, supported by top technical expertise, including international collaborations such as those in Japan. We use advanced CAD software and precise CNC machinery to ensure exceptional quality.
Eyewear production is carried out in our laboratories with advanced technologies and international collaborations, ensuring exceptional quality.
HANDCRAFTED
The Design
We study all the shapes, in the colors and in the different combinations of materials, we are almost obsessively attentive to the attention to detail, because our prerogative is to produce a unique eyewear
The Material
We only use first choice materials, Japanese acetate, Alpi veneered wood, Zeiss sun filters, and premium Germany hinges.
The Preparation
After the choice of materials, we prepare them to be processed with high precision numerical control machinery, which guarantees high precision for all visual technical parameters.
The Processing
We study all the shapes, in the colors and in the different combinations of materials, we are almost obsessively attentive to the attention to detail, because our prerogative is to produce a unique eyewear
The Polishing
We carry out a slow and precise polishing, after several hours of tumbling with the woods that mold our glasses, we polish it wheel, to make it even more soft and shiny.
Quality Control
After completing it, it is carefully inspected in all its parts, testing all the different mechanical movements, after which it will be ready for sale.
"Noble craftsmanship, akin to alchemy's artistry, transforms metals into bespoke treasures, where the timeless allure of silver or gold embodies the intricate fusion of ancient techniques and meticulous handcrafting, resonating in each polished piece's unique story"
THE ACETATE
We are proud to exclusively use Japanese cellulose acetate in creating our eyewear.
This material is renowned for its exceptional hardness, extraordinary workability, and complete absence of harmful chemical components.
Cellulose acetate offers a crystal-clear transparency that allows us to create a wide range of stunning colors, fully utilizing its excellent translucency.
This unique combination of intrinsic properties makes Japanese cellulose acetate particularly suitable for producing high-quality eyewear.
Its transparency enables us to develop exclusive shades, while its extraordinary workability allows us to shape it precisely, almost like sculpting.
By choosing Japanese cellulose acetate, we aim to ensure eyewear of excellence that combines functionality, design, and superior quality.
