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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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Hand blown beer mugs, 'Fiesta Azul' (set of 6)

Elizabeth W

Jun 25, 2021

Functional Beauty

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We bought a pair of these for each groomsman in the wedding of one of our sons ~ and they were each delighted! Comfortable to wield, lovely to see ~ functional beauty.

Cold Beer Glass

Beer Glasses Tableware

Glass Tableware

Handblown Tableware

Beach Cottage Tableware

Hacienda Tableware

Garden Party Tableware

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Handblown beer glasses, 'Amber Rim' (set of 6)

Kathleen

Feb 20, 2021

Love It!!

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I am so thrilled with our mugs! The quality and crafts-man-ship is outstanding! I am very impressed! THANK YOU!!

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Casual Glassware!!

Cold Beer Glass

Cold Beer Glass

Earth Friendly Gifts

Entertaining Glassware

Fun Drinking Glasses

Gifts For Drinkers!!

Glassware Drinking Set

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Blown glass martini glass, 'Perfectly Chilled'

MrsDi

Dec 18, 2021

Husband loves it! So I bought a 2nd one for guests.

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Husband loves it! So I bought a 2nd one for guests. He's very pleased and has already been using it. He is a hobby mixologist and appreciates the efficiency and functionality. :)

Drinking Glasses Glass

Drinking Glasses Set

Fun Drinking Glasses

Glassware Drinking Set

Margarita Glasses Tableware

Cocktail Glasses Tableware

Martini Glasses Tableware

Glass Tableware

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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 colors 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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