Glassmaking

Ancient Glass Bead Making

Ancient Glass Bead Making

Discover the ancient art of glass bead making. Learn how wound beads, drawn beads, and millefiori were crafted from Roman times to India and Venice.

Ancient Glass Bead Making

Discover the ancient art of glass bead making. Learn how wound beads, drawn beads, and millefiori were crafted from Roman times to India and Venice.

History and Meaning of Glass Beads in Sub‑Saharan Africa

History and Meaning of Glass Beads in Sub‑Sahar...

Explore the origins and significance of glass beads in sub‑Saharan Africa from early trade routes through Middle Eastern, Indian and European influences. Learn how these beads shaped culture, religion and...

History and Meaning of Glass Beads in Sub‑Sahar...

Explore the origins and significance of glass beads in sub‑Saharan Africa from early trade routes through Middle Eastern, Indian and European influences. Learn how these beads shaped culture, religion and...

Hedwig Glass Origins History Design and Medieval Significance

Hedwig Glass Origins History Design and Medieva...

Discover the full history behind Hedwig glass beakers, their 10th to 12th century origins, Islamic craftsmanship, ties to Saint Hedwig, medieval uses, and rich decorative details.

Hedwig Glass Origins History Design and Medieva...

Discover the full history behind Hedwig glass beakers, their 10th to 12th century origins, Islamic craftsmanship, ties to Saint Hedwig, medieval uses, and rich decorative details.

Hebron Glass History | Ancient to Modern Techniques and Products

Hebron Glass History | Ancient to Modern Techni...

Explore Hebron glass history from Roman and Phoenician roots to modern craft. Learn about stained glass, traditional materials, family workshops in Hebron, and the industry’s endurance despite regional challenges.

Hebron Glass History | Ancient to Modern Techni...

Explore Hebron glass history from Roman and Phoenician roots to modern craft. Learn about stained glass, traditional materials, family workshops in Hebron, and the industry’s endurance despite regional challenges.

Islamic Glass History Techniques Centers Styles and Production

Islamic Glass History Techniques Centers Styles...

Explore the rich history of Islamic glass from 8th century origins through 19th century. Discover major production centers, inherited techniques, luxury vs everyday use, and stylistic evolution from Roman and...

Islamic Glass History Techniques Centers Styles...

Explore the rich history of Islamic glass from 8th century origins through 19th century. Discover major production centers, inherited techniques, luxury vs everyday use, and stylistic evolution from Roman and...

Hellenistic Glass History

Hellenistic Glass History

Explore Hellenistic glass from the 4th century BCE to the 5th century CE. Learn about core-formed perfume bottles, mosaic millefiori plates, monochrome drinking bowls, and the rise of transparent tableware...

Hellenistic Glass History

Explore Hellenistic glass from the 4th century BCE to the 5th century CE. Learn about core-formed perfume bottles, mosaic millefiori plates, monochrome drinking bowls, and the rise of transparent tableware...