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Published: November 16, 2006
Glass has fascinated people since its discovery back in the Bronze Age during the second millennium BC. The attraction is to its transparency and striking look that is amazingly created from simple materials: sand and ash with fire. Glass can be shaped many ways using varying techniques during different stages of the heating process.
Glass can be treated as a liquid or as a stone which can be etched, cut, and engraved making glass the most versatile material. Glass has been used for sculptures and was popular for use in everyday objects with the invention of glassblowing.
Clear glass has always been popular for vases. They are beautiful and give any room a look of elegance. Clear glass reflects the light creating sparkle and charm. These glass vases are looked at as useful objects, such as holding a fresh flower bouquet or glass vases can remain empty and displayed as pieces of art.
Colored glass was discovered by accident during ancient times. During the glass heating process, iron oxides and other impurities colored the glass that was intended to have been clear. After experimenting with different materials, it was found that copper produced blue and green glass and manganese made purple and dark blue glass. Colored glass became so popular that by the 12th century church windows and cathedrals across Europe were decorated with stained glass.
Glass making techniques advanced and created many styles of glass vases. During the 17th century Johann Kunckle came up with ruby glass, which has gold chloride added. These ruby glass vases could be decorated with colored enamels with detailed scenes and landscapes. This process of making glass vases is still very popular today. By the 18th century glass-making techniques included enameling, gilding, and the production of milchglas, an opaque glass that imitated porcelain.
Stained glass has metallic salts added to give the glass its vibrant color. It can also referrer to painted glass. This glass often tells a story in pictures, making it a very popular material for vases.
Antique vases are a collectors dream, whether for monetary reasons or for the love of the piece and the story it has. These vases are a reminder of times past and of the people who made and used the vase.
There are many sought after names for antique vases. During their time, Emile Galle' of France and Louis C. Tiffany of the United States lead with new and innovative works of glass art during the last turn of the century. Tiffany is world famous for stained glass and iridescent vases. Iridescent displays a rainbow of colors when the light hits it. A few Galle' vases were made by a very difficult process using pneumatic air pumps. These are beautifully colored and very rare, giving them a great value. The red and blue versions are worth the most.
The Lotez Factory of Austria in the early 1900's is known for their iridescent glassware. The Lotez glass vases have a feathered decoration that collectors adore. Most of The Lotez glass vases were unsigned, with only a few marked Lotez Austria. Antique vases range in price depending on the creator, the time period, the style of the glass vase, and the current market.
Glass vases range in price depending on the quality of the glass, detail of the design, and the brand name. Wholesale is a great way to buy glassware. Glass vases do not have to be expensive. Even medium to low quality glass still looks elegant. Only the trained eye could tell the difference between high end glass and something bought wholesale. With the internet, there are more ways than ever to buy wholesale. Even the most popular and expensive products can be found for reasonable prices.
Glass vases come in any shape and size imaginable. Bud vases are small, only able to hold only one flower. Cylinder vases are circular and can be small and thin or tall and wide, made for large bouquets of flowers. Square glass vases have a modern look to them because of the sharp lines they have. The square glass shape is a nice contrast to the typical circular vase. Square glass vases can be small, but are often made larger to hold big flower bouquets.
"Clear Glass Vases." A Better Abode. 2006. 15 Nov. 2006 .
Knowles, Eric. Discovering Antiques: A Guide To The World of Antiques and Collectibles. London: De Agostini Editions Ltd, 1996.
Newby, Martine and Dolf Schut. The Fascination of Ancient Glass: Dolf Schut Collection. The Netherlands: Antiek Lochem b.v., 1999.
Ricke, Helmut. Glass Art: Reflections of The Centuries. Munich: Prestel, 2002.
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Clear glass has always been popular for vases. They are beautiful and give any room a look of elegance. Clear glass reflects the light creating sparkle and charm. These glass vases are looked at as useful objects, such as holding a fresh flower bouquet or glass vases can remain empty and displayed as pieces of art.
Colored glass was discovered by accident during ancient times. During the glass heating process, iron oxides and other impurities colored the glass that was intended to have been clear. After experimenting with different materials, it was found that copper produced blue and green glass and manganese made purple and dark blue glass. Colored glass became so popular that by the 12th century church windows and cathedrals across Europe were decorated with stained glass.
Glass making techniques advanced and created many styles of glass vases. During the 17th century Johann Kunckle came up with ruby glass, which has gold chloride added. These ruby glass vases could be decorated with colored enamels with detailed scenes and landscapes. This process of making glass vases is still very popular today. By the 18th century glass-making techniques included enameling, gilding, and the production of milchglas, an opaque glass that imitated porcelain.
Stained glass has metallic salts added to give the glass its vibrant color. It can also referrer to painted glass. This glass often tells a story in pictures, making it a very popular material for vases.
Antique vases are a collectors dream, whether for monetary reasons or for the love of the piece and the story it has. These vases are a reminder of times past and of the people who made and used the vase.
There are many sought after names for antique vases. During their time, Emile Galle' of France and Louis C. Tiffany of the United States lead with new and innovative works of glass art during the last turn of the century. Tiffany is world famous for stained glass and iridescent vases. Iridescent displays a rainbow of colors when the light hits it. A few Galle' vases were made by a very difficult process using pneumatic air pumps. These are beautifully colored and very rare, giving them a great value. The red and blue versions are worth the most.
The Lotez Factory of Austria in the early 1900's is known for their iridescent glassware. The Lotez glass vases have a feathered decoration that collectors adore. Most of The Lotez glass vases were unsigned, with only a few marked Lotez Austria. Antique vases range in price depending on the creator, the time period, the style of the glass vase, and the current market.
Glass vases range in price depending on the quality of the glass, detail of the design, and the brand name. Wholesale is a great way to buy glassware. Glass vases do not have to be expensive. Even medium to low quality glass still looks elegant. Only the trained eye could tell the difference between high end glass and something bought wholesale. With the internet, there are more ways than ever to buy wholesale. Even the most popular and expensive products can be found for reasonable prices.
Glass vases come in any shape and size imaginable. Bud vases are small, only able to hold only one flower. Cylinder vases are circular and can be small and thin or tall and wide, made for large bouquets of flowers. Square glass vases have a modern look to them because of the sharp lines they have. The square glass shape is a nice contrast to the typical circular vase. Square glass vases can be small, but are often made larger to hold big flower bouquets.
"Clear Glass Vases." A Better Abode. 2006. 15 Nov. 2006 .
Knowles, Eric. Discovering Antiques: A Guide To The World of Antiques and Collectibles. London: De Agostini Editions Ltd, 1996.
Newby, Martine and Dolf Schut. The Fascination of Ancient Glass: Dolf Schut Collection. The Netherlands: Antiek Lochem b.v., 1999.
Ricke, Helmut. Glass Art: Reflections of The Centuries. Munich: Prestel, 2002.
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