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+ - What is the origin of handblown glass?

The art of glass blowing dates back to almost 50 BC when Syrian craftsmen invented the technique. Its popularity grew with the rise of the Roman Empire, taking it through Europe and then to parts of Asia and the Middle East. Soon after, the beauty and utility of blown glass made it widely known and desired around the world.The first glass made in North America was produced in Puebla, Mexico around 1535 by artisans from Spain. Handblown glass arrived in the Guadalajara area in 1820.Central Americas first blown glass factory opened in Guatemala in 1970. Its founders learned the art from local people, which made them valuable assets for two more factories that opened in 1972. Over the years, a small community of artisans from Quetzaltenango came together to create Cantel Blown Glass Artisans, a cooperative that works together with Novica to share these unique creations with the world.

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Blown glass shot glasses, 'Ribbon of Sunshine' (set of 6)

Nicola

Jan 19, 2017

Ribbon of sunshine

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These lovey tequila glasses were sent as a gift. My sister says they are quite beautiful and heavy duty. Thanks and salud!

Cold Beer Glass

Colored Shot Glasses

Entertaining Glassware

Everyday Glassware Set

Glassware Drinking Set

Mexican Cobalt Blue Glassware

Mexican Drinking Glasses

Mexican Glassware Sets

Outdoor Party Drinkware

Party In Style!

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Blown glass stemless wine glasses, 'Ribbon of Sunshine' (set of 6)

Michael

Oct 24, 2019

Love these GLASSES!

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So well made; Beautiful to look at; Shipped perfectly. also Show well on my Bar/Cart. Feel GREAT in the HAND, too!

Anytime Glasses

Colored Drinking Glasses

Drinking Glass Sets

Drinking Glasses

Drinking Glasses Glass

Glass Drinking Glasses

Glasses Made From Recycled Materials

Glassware Drinking Set

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Handblown margarita glasses, 'Confetti Rim' (set of 6)

CATHY

Nov 27, 2021

starting a heirloom collection

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I have these and the stemless wines. planning on getting the rest in the confetti path set. with the clear glass and colored ring they go with everything . they are great with a BBQ day or a sit down dinner . I just love them

Confetti Glasses Mexico

Confetti Glassware

Confetti Mexican Glassware

Craft Cocktail Glasses

Dishwasher Safe

Glasses Made From Recycled Materials

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Novica Handblown Collection

Novica Handblown Collection Handmade blown glassware

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Without a doubt, what distinguishes Mexican hand blown glass art is the interplay of clear glass with such colours as cobalt blue and other vibrant hues

The art of hand blown glass or vidrio soplado has diversified throughout the world, yet it is in the state of Jalisco, Mexico, where allegedly more... read more

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