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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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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!!

A Very Special .

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 wine glasses, 'Confetti Festival' (set of 6)

Cynthia

Mar 17, 2025

So Fun and Lovely !!

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A gorgeous holiday gift to my newlywed niece. Quality, beauty, supporting small businesses, recycled glass. A great conversation piece !

Wine Glasses Tableware

Glass Tableware

Eco-Friendly Tableware

Handblown Tableware

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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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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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