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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.
By Valerie
In 2022 I am trying to bring more art into my everyday life. I really enjoy these glasses, they are substantial and you really feel them in your hands, they are comfortable to drink out of. Each one is unique with different colors of spots - which I love, but if you are someone who wants everything to be exactly the same, keep that in mind.
By Xenia
These gorgeous wine glasses were even better than I had hoped - theyre not only stunning and extremely well made, but their large size and easy-to-hold stem makes them so practical and useful. I adore pulling them out for guests (and getting so many compliments) and have had no problems at all with washing them up easily for the next use.
By Shannon
These glasses came quickly and they ate so much more beautiful in person than the picture. Love these so much!
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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