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| Management number | 211573481 | Release Date | 2026/04/04 | List Price | US$26.00 | Model Number | 211573481 | ||
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Novica works together with talented artists, artisans, and designers around the world to produce stunning, keepsake handmade treasures. Our mantra is to Spread Happiness, so rest assured - we’ll do everything we possibly can to ensure you’re a happy customer!About this item: Mexico's Artisan Blown Glass Collection is made following a detailed process that ensures high-quality creations. This set of four glass goblets is crafted from recycled materials using traditional handblown techniques, with red accents for a dazzling look.Free of lead and toxinsThis hand blown item may vary slightly in color, size and shapeNot for use in microwave ovenPromotes recycling and reduces wasteNot dishwasher safeAbout our Artist: An artisan town near Guadalajara, Tonala takes its name from the Nahuatl Tonallan ??? where the sun comes out. Glass blowing has been an art form here for more than a hundred years. Today, it's considered the capital of Mexican handblown glass. The technique is spectacular. The ground glass ??? often recycled from drink bottles ??? is melted in ovens for several hours until it has the texture of thick honey. Each color is melted separately and they are known as transparent, smoky, amethyst or amber. The temperature of the ovens varies from 500 to 1600 degrees Centigrade. When the glass reaches a point of fusion, it is placed at the tip of a long metal tube. If colored spots are desired, it is rolled through a pan of tiny glass fragments in the desired hues, then the blowing begins. The artisans roll the glass to create a uniform shape while manipulating the molten globe with special tools. Finally, they remove the blowing tube, and heat the glass once more before handles or bases are affixed. Once finished, the piece goes into an over for a number of hours to temper it. The incredible talent of these artisans may make the process look simple, but learning to...
| Item Weight | 1 pounds |
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| Manufacturer | NOVICA |
| Item model number | 427207 |
| Package Dimensions | 9.84 x 9.84 x 7.09 inches |
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