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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 recycled glass stemless wine glasses, 'Whirling White' (pair)

Jessica

Apr 2, 2025

Another amazing piece of art!

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This is my third set of stemless wine glasses from Artisan Blown Glass Collection. I’m over the moon! Cheers!

Stemless Wine Glasses

Wine Glasses Tableware

Cocktail Glasses Tableware

Glass Tableware

Eco-Friendly Tableware

Handblown Tableware

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Handblown glass dangle earrings, 'Ethereal Leaf'

Margaret

Sep 13, 2024

Stunning!

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The website image doesn't do it justice. These have a beautiful light pink hue that is gorgeous and better than I expected. Thank you!

Blown Glass Art

Earrings For Mom

Glass Blowing Products

Pink Stone Earrings

Silver Earrings Long

Dangle Jewellery

Glass Jewellery

No Stone Jewellery

Leaf and Tree Jewellery

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Handblown glass dessert bowl, 'Flavors in Blue'

Mary

Mar 6, 2025

Lovely and luminous

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wonderfully handcrafted glass bowl that has such luminous color and what an incredible value for a lovely piece of art.

Bowls Tableware

Glass Tableware

Eco-Friendly Tableware

Handblown Tableware

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Panapai Handblown glass figurines and jewelry

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We are grateful for the journey we have undertaken, driven by our love for this art form.

"Hello! My name is Panapai, and I specialize in creating blown glass products, particularly in various animal shapes and earrings. My wife... read more

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