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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Featured Reviews

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Amy

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Beautiful Glassware

These glasses are so pretty on the shelf. I love that they differ slightly in size and shape, it's part of the handcrafted artistry that makes these glasses beautiful and unique.

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Recycled glass juice glasses, 'Profound Blue' (set of 4)

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Nov 7, 2021

Gorgeous blue glasses

These arrived so promptly from across the globe, and were so well packed, thank you! These high quality, hand blown blue glasses are gorgeous and so expertly crafted, I couldn't be happier.

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

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. :)

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