Glassblowing: meaning, definitions and examples
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glassblowing
[ ˈɡlæsˌbloʊɪŋ ]
art of crafting
Glassblowing is the art of shaping molten glass by blowing air into it through a tube. This technique allows artisans to create a variety of glass objects, from simple vessels to complex sculptures. It requires skill, precision, and an understanding of the properties of glass at different temperatures.
Synonyms
glass art, glass fabrication, glass sculpting.
Examples of usage
- The glassblower demonstrated their skill in glassblowing at the art fair.
- She took a class in glassblowing to learn how to make her own ornaments.
- The studio specializes in glassblowing techniques that date back centuries.
Translations
Translations of the word "glassblowing" in other languages:
🇵🇹 soprado de vidro
🇮🇳 गिलास बनाने की कला
🇩🇪 Glasbläserei
🇮🇩 pembuatan kaca
🇺🇦 склоплавлення
🇵🇱 szklarska
🇯🇵 ガラス吹き
🇫🇷 soufflage de verre
🇪🇸 soplado de vidrio
🇹🇷 cam üfleme
🇰🇷 유리 불기
🇸🇦 نفخ الزجاج
🇨🇿 foukané sklo
🇸🇰 fúkanie skla
🇨🇳 吹制玻璃
🇸🇮 pihanja stekla
🇮🇸 glerpússun
🇰🇿 әйнек үрлеу
🇬🇪 მინის გასული
🇦🇿 şüşə üfleme
🇲🇽 soplado de vidrio
Etymology
The term 'glassblowing' originates from the combination of two words: 'glass' and 'blowing'. Glass making dates back to around 2000 BC, with the first recorded evidence of glass vessels found in ancient Mesopotamia. The process began with the creation of solid glass objects, but around the 1st century BC, artisans in the Roman Empire developed the technique of blowing glass, which allowed for more complex shapes and forms. Over the centuries, glassblowing evolved into a recognized art form, particularly in regions such as Venice, where the Murano glassblowers became famous for their intricate designs and techniques. The craft has undergone numerous innovations and remains a popular artistic practice today, admired for its beauty and craftsmanship.