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Art of glass: discovered vitrification according to Pliny the Elder (23-79 AD)
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Art of glass: discovered vitrification according to Pliny the Elder (23-79 AD)
XEE4143739 Art of glass: discovered vitrification according to Pliny the Elder (23-79 AD). In Antiquite, merchants failed on a beach fire with Kali plants among the fuels. These vegetables provide enough soda to produce glass by mixing with sand. Engraving from 1885 in " Les arts et metiers illustres" by Adolphe BITARD. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Art of glass: discovered vitrification according to Pliny the Elder (23-79 AD). In Antiquite, merchants failed on a beach fire with Kali plants among the fuels. These vegetables provide enough soda to produce glass by mixing with sand. Engraving from 1885 in " Les arts et metiers illustres" by Adolphe BITARD.); Stefano Bianchetti; out of copyright
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This print titled "Art of glass: discovered vitrification according to Pliny the Elder (23-79 AD)" takes us back in time to ancient Antiquite. The image depicts a scene where merchants, surrounded by the vastness of nature, gather around a beach fire fueled by Kali plants. Little did they know that this accidental combination would lead to one of mankind's most remarkable discoveries - the production of glass. Intriguingly, these humble vegetables provided an essential ingredient for creating glass - soda. When mixed with sand and subjected to intense heat, this unique blend gave birth to a material that would revolutionize human civilization. The 19th-century engraving from Adolphe BITARD's "Les arts et metiers illustres" beautifully captures the essence of this historical moment. It transports us into the world where artisans and craftsmen harnessed natural elements like sand and vegetation to shape their artistic visions. As we gaze upon this black and white masterpiece by Stefano Bianchetti, we are reminded of humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge and innovation throughout history. This image serves as a testament to our ability to transform raw materials into objects both functional and beautiful. Let it serve as inspiration for us all as we continue on our own creative journeys, seeking new ways to push boundaries and discover hidden treasures within our world.
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