A potted history of some of the greatest art glass makers from right across the globe. From Roman right up to 21-century artists.
Glass producers have come a long way since they first began producing glass beads in Egyptian times.
Now, makers of glass are showing off their skills to a very high degree. So much so, that modern glass artists are often feted as fine art glass artists.
Peter Layton glass artist, born in Prague in 1937, is a pioneering figure in the world of contemporary glass art. His early life was shaped by the upheavals of World War II when his family had to flee Czechoslovakia shortly before the Nazi invasion, finding refuge in the United Kingdom. Growing up in Bradford, England, […]
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The history of Scottish glassmaking is a tale as intricate and translucent as the very material it crafts. Rooted in ancient techniques and driven by innovation, Scottish glassmakers have left their glassmakers’ mark on the global stage, blending artistry with craftsmanship to produce some of the finest glassware in the world. The origins of glassmaking
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Nestled within the rich tapestry of glassmaking history, Moncrieff Glass stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of craftsmanship and innovation. With roots dating back to the late 19th century, this Scottish glassworks has etched its name in the annals of glass artistry. The Birth of Moncrieff Glass The tale begins in 1864, when
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The history of Egyptian glass dates back over 3,500 years, and Egypt was one of the first places on earth to master the art of crafting delicate and beautiful glass objects from raw materials. Beads and amulets found in burial sites provide the earliest proof of glass manufacture. These glass artefacts were primarily used for
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Within the glassblowing community, the name Bagley Glass is both distinctive and highly valued. This British glass firm has been producing beautiful glassware that has won the hearts of collectors and enthusiasts all around the world for more than a century. A remarkable voyage through time, creativity, and artistic expression is the Bagley narrative. Bagley
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Few names in the glassmaking industry are as influential and significant as Chance Glass. The brand has been associated with genius, invention, and fine craftsmanship for over a century. Chance Brothers Glass has made an enduring impact on the history of glassware from its modest origins to its rise to prominence on a worldwide scale.
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The very name Thomas Webb & Sons is closely associated with the highest-caliber glassware and superb craftsmanship. Thomas Webb Glass was established in Stourbridge, England, in the early 19th century and immediately gained popularity for creating some of the most exquisite and sought-after glass objects of the era. Due to its focus on innovation, outstanding
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The second-largest island in the Maltese archipelago, Gozo, is well known for its extensive cultural history, local handicrafts and of course Gozo Glass. Gozo glass, a traditional craft with centuries of history, is one of its most prized artistic creations. Both residents and visitors have been fascinated by this delicate and intricate glasswork’s vivid colours
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Tim Rawlinson glass art exploits the refractive and reflective qualities of glass. Tim is fascinated by these qualities and exploits transparency in his glass art. His incredible designs feature cut and polished sculptural pieces that focus on the interaction between light and glass. Dazzling optical effects are created by distorting both colour and form to
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Canadian glass artistry took off in the mid-seventies when glassmaking stepped away from the functional form and towards contemporary art. Today, Canadian glass artists’ work includes blown glass, fine art glass and glass art sculptures. Art Glass Pioneers Elena Lee A key figure, for Canadian glass artists, was Elena Lee and her gallery, ‘Galerie Elena
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