The Roman historian Pliny relates the legend of Phoenician merchants in 500 BCE discovering molten glass when cooking their meal. Archaeological remains of river valley civilizations in Mesopotamia, Egypt, and the Indus Valley reveal the existence of man-made glass beads dating to around 3500 BCE. Mesopotamia, Egypt, Mycenae, and China were well known as glassmaking [...]

Waterford Christmas ornaments capture the magic of the holiday season with unmatched beauty and elegance.
For more than 200 years Waterford Crystal has been perfecting the process of turning glass into art. Internationally recognized as the undisputed leader in the manufacture of premium quality stemware and collectibles, the firm is known for the purity of color [...]

 Hand Blown Glass Figurines - The Perfect Gift For Animal Lovers
Blown glass figurines can make the perfect gift for anyone. They’re great for special occasions, and they make the perfect addition to any decorative Christmas tree. These detailed figures come in a variety of shapes and sizes to suit all tastes. So, you’re bound to [...]

 A History of Glass Blowing and Hand Blown Glass Vases
Glass blowing is an art form that has been around for a long time, but interest in it died down until the 1960s, when it underwent a renewal. There are lots of quality artisans blowing glass objects of all kinds. From hand blown glass vases to [...]

Glass Blowing History, Development And Cutting Glass
Cut glass and glass blowing production came from ancient techniques and were gradually refined over the ages. Cut glass objects were used as commodities, gifts, and jewelry in past millennia. hand blown glass Natural glass, like obsidian, is a dense volcanic glass, and has been used by man for [...]

Although the Czechs and Slovaks are not the only skilled glass producers in Central Europe, few rival them in artistic range and expertise. Hardly a street in Prague is without a shop window that displays luxury cut crystal or fine hand blown glass. Visitors and tourists find breath-taking works of art exemplified in hand cut [...]