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.
I gave this blown glass set of tumblers as a birthday gift to a good friend many years ago. I visit the family often and I am amazed at how well these glasses have held up over the years with every day use. They are not only beautiful, they are very durable as well. They are well worth the money.
This beautiful vase was a college graduation gift for my daughter. I wanted to get her something she would have forever. She has loved flowers since she was a child, so this one of a kind vase was just perfect. It is very beautiful and unique.
I LOVE LOVE LOVE these glasses!! They arrived extremely well packed and are as beautiful in person as they look online. Almost too pretty to put in a cabinet.
The Seguso Family has been recognized for the creativity and originality of their work and always are cited in news articles, award ceremonies and retrospective exhibits.
The artistry of the Seguso Family has been featured in Depth magazine.Present since 1300 in the census books of Murano, Italy, today the prestigious... read more
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