Handblown Glass

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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.

Featured Reviews

Handblown highball glasses, 'Cobalt Spiral' (set of 6)

Sharon G

Aug 14, 2023

Love Cobalt Blue

Love these cobalt blue glass-trailing glasses. Very sturdy and clearly handmade. I dropped one in my kitchen twice and it didn’t break. I have seen glass trailing design on ancient glassware and it is the same technique used on these lovely vessels. You can even use one as a casual bud vase. Highly recommend

Anytime Glasses

Cobalt Blue Drinking Glass

Cobalt Blue Glasses

Cobalt Drinking Glasses

Drinking Glasses Glass

Tumbler Glasses Tableware

Handblown rock glasses, 'Ribbon of Sunshine' (set of 6)

Elaine

Oct 29, 2016

SO MANY COMPLIMENTS

I've had some of these for years an have always searched for more. These are sturdy and absolutely beautiful!

Anytime Glasses

Casual Glassware!!

Cold Beer Glass

Craft Cocktail Glasses

Glassware Drinking Set

Non-Toxic Tumblers

Pretty Glassware

Blown glass bowls, 'Confetti Festival' (pair)

Stephanie

May 21, 2022

Absolutely Fabulous

These bowls are gorgeous, and get raves from everyone who sees them. Just don’t pour boiling water in them as they will crack! I learned that one the hard way, so I ordered more.

An Artsy Dinnerware

Decorative Glass Bowls

Great Dinnerware

Hand Blown Glass Gifts

Special Occasion Dinnerware

Bowls Tableware

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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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