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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 pieces are crafted by talented artisans with techniques passed down from generation to generation.
Blown glass art is said to have originated in present day Syria during the Roman Empire, which is how it arrived in Italy, where blown glass art developed various styles. At first, the focus was on color and design, then came the introduction of new techniques that resulted in greater transparency and thus fragility, which were highly admired. Thus clear glass items became more valued over tinted glass.
Blown glass techniques made it possible for a greater number of products to be crafted, making glass a material of frequent use in the creation of drinking glasses, wine and liqueur glasses and other type of recipients.
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. Techniques have been refined since the 18th century, when this art form was introduced in Mexico by the Spanish, and spread throughout the country. It is said that blown glass arrived in the region of Guadalajara, Tlaquepaque and Tonala in 1820, thanks to an initiative by the Church whereby priests wanted to improve the work of the small glass workshops, so they brought two master artisans from Mexico City.
Nowadays blown glass is a term reserved for the crafting of glass objects through the creation of air bubbles in the molten glass. One way these bubbles may appear is by injecting air through a metal tube with the use of a machine.
The other method, featured in our Hand Blown Collection, is the traditional way – when the artisan holds the metal pipe with one hand, picking up the molten glass with one end of the tube, spinning it while blowing through the other end of the pipe and shaping it with the other hand.
In Mexico, hand blown glass can result in any form or shape imaginable, from tequila shot glasses to highball, old fashion drinking glasses, and jumbo sized glasses. There are martini, wine and champagne glasses as well as beer goblets. Other shapes include pitchers, vases, ice buckets, snack bowls, salad bowls, fruit bowls, dessert cups and bowls, and more.
Clear with Aqua Rim Hand Blown 8 oz Wine Glasses Set of 6 'Aquamarine Kiss'
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Debbie I absolutely love these glasses! I prefer hand blown glasses over the cheap stuff you find in department stores. Plus, I like knowing that I am helping out Such talented individuals who put their hearts and souls into their work!
Set of 6 Red Artisan Crafted Hand Blown Glasses 'Festive Red'
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Teresa Beautiful and sturdy! Compliments my dinner table for Christmas through Valentine’s Day! Absolutely love the quality!
Hand Blown Blue Accent Wine Glasses Set of 6 Mexico 'Tall Cobalt Spiral'
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Joanne I received the wine glasses the day I was having friends over for dinner. We all loved the swirling blue glass. It is nice to have a wine glass that is substantial,. I won't be tipping these over like my old wine glasses, which I got rid of today. I can tell all loving work Javier and Efren used to make each glass special.
Set of 4 Hand Blown Wine Glasses Clear with Red Rim Mexico 'Ruby Globe'
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Wendy Bought blue rimmed for my father's Christmas gift. Got red for myself. These are beautifully made. Would recommend to anyone. Thanks
Artisan Crafted Recycled Handblown Blue Rim Beer Glasses 'Bohemia'
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Ludmilla These are very beautiful glasses. They are quite heavy with nice thick glass, They feel great in your hands. The blue rim is very attractive and vibrant. A very well made glass.
Hand Blown Wine Glasses Set of 6 Blue Rim Goblets Mexico 'Chardonnay'
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Katrin Heavier than many, and Well balanced, not top heavy, won’t easily tip over. Solid, little fear of shattering. No fear of using to actually drink wine. Just as lovely as the picture, and true to description. Plus look great displayed next to my Talavera serving dishes.
Collectible Handblown Glass Goblets Drinkware Set of 6 'Spring Skies'
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Stephanie We enjoy to looks and feel of these glasses, which get daily use.
Handblown Recycled Glass Blue Rim Shot Glasses set of 6 'Cobalt Classics'
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Elvia Very nice small size shot glasses well made and very cute. We absolutely enjoy them during Holiday's and any other special occasions when needed. Thank you and will recommend.
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