Handblown Vases
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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.
Featured Reviews on Handblown Vases
Handblown art glass vase, 'Carnival Colors'
By Cheryl
Gorgeous!
I have a very neutral living room and rely on accent pieces for pops of color. This vase is one of the highlights of the room! The colors are gorgeous and its a very heavy, substantial piece of glass. I love it!
Art glass vase, 'Carnival Stripes' (6 inch)
By Rosita
Charming elegance added to a new home.
I purchased the Seguso vase as a wedding gift on my neicess second marriage. What to do you give the couple who already has everything? I chose a lasting reminder of their beautiful wedding day and hopefully of their of their aunt and uncle who gave them this gift. Another fun fact: my neices father (my brother) is Italian and her mother is Brazilian. She shares the same heritage as the Seguso family. What a wonderful reminder of her roots!
Hand blown art glass vase, 'Radiance in Aquamarine'
By Dianna
Utilitarian beauty
I absolutely love this piece. It is perfect for displaying beautiful flowers. I ll leave it on display with another piece from this craftsman even when it doesn t have flowers in it.
Featured Artist
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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