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What is the art of making glass called?
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The art of making glass is called glassblowing. The name comes from the traditional glassmaking method of blowing through a long tube called a blowpipe to shape molten glass. Historians believe that glassblowing dates back to ancient Rome. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of glassware.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
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Polpo Martini Glass by Simone Crestani
Located in Milan, IT
Part of the Polpo Collection, the Polpo Martini Glass features the mesmerizing elegance of an octopus, seemingly climbing the glass stem. Crafted with remarkable precision, this piec...
Category
2010s Italian Glass
Materials
Glass
$299 / item
Polpo Manhattan Glass by Simone Crestani
Located in Milan, IT
Part of the Polpo Collection, the Polpo Manhattan Glass features the captivating design of an octopus seemingly climbing the glass stem. With intricate details, this piece pays tribu...
Category
2010s Italian Glass
Materials
Glass
$299 / item
Skyline Set of 6 Tumbler Glasses by Mario Cioni & C
By Mario Cioni
Located in Milan, IT
A refined solution to sip whisky in an impeccable American style, this set of six tumbler glasses crafted of fine crystal will be a precious addition to bar cabinets. A dynamic textu...
Category
2010s Italian Glass
Materials
Crystal
Giulia 386 Set of 6 Stem Flute Glasses by Mario Cioni & C
By Mario Cioni
Located in Milan, IT
This prized set of six flute stem glasses is a celebration of fine craftsmanship revealed by a seamless synthesis of timeless design and fine clear crystal. Distinguishing characteri...
Category
2010s Italian Glass
Materials
Glass
Glass Sculpture - Horse Head - Maestri Vetrai Murano
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely glass sculpture in shape of a horse head designed at Murano. It is signed Maestri Vetrai Murano and is 25 cm (10") tall. It is in excellent condition.
Category
Vintage 1960s German Vases
Materials
Glass
Striped Venetian Glass Set
Located in Richmond, VA
Our Venetian-inspired glass set brings together vibrant pink and orange stripes with a distinctive hexagonal rim and rounded base. Part of our new in-house collection, these tumblers...
Category
2010s Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
$350 / set