Glass Blowing Collection

Blowing glass in a British factory, 1800s
Workers in a crown-glass factory, Great Britain, early 1800s. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

Glass factory workers in Britain, 1800s
Manufacturing glass at a flint-glass factory, Great Britain, 1800s. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

Glass Blowers of Murano, 1886. Creator: Charles Frederic Ulrich
Glass Blowers of Murano, 1886

Glass-Blowing (etching)
5990106 Glass-Blowing (etching) by Jacomb-Hood, George Percy (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Glass-Blowing. Illustration for Lancashire by Leo H Grindon (Seeley Jackson and Halliday)

Art spreads its light far and wide: Crafts and industrial design: Sketch for the drawing... 1880
Art spreads its light far and wide: Crafts and industrial design: Sketch for the drawing room at the school in rue Dombasle, 15th arrondissement of Paris, 1880

Manufacture of Glass for "The Crystal Palace"...Birmingham, 1850. Creator:s Read
Manufacture of Glass for "The Crystal Palace", at Messrs. Chance's Works, Spon-Lane, near Birmingham, 1850. Workers making an...immense quantity of plate glass required for

Molds for the traditional glass-blowing workshop at Skansen. Stockholm, Sweden

Sixteen year old Vera Mary Stone blowing glass at Prestons on West Street, Sheffield during World War Two. June 1942

Malcolm Richardson, apprentice glass blower, at Durham University Science Department, learning the craft in December 1997

This model of an old sailing ship is made entirely from glass and is believed to be at least 130 year old in July 1974

Glass blower Andy Murphy works on one of the furnaces in November 1997

A glass blower at Hartley Wood in Sunderland making stained glass lighting for the American market in February 1980

Master glassmaker uses tweezers to create a handmade horse glass at Royal Crystal Factory
A master glassmaker uses tweezers to create a handmade horse glass at the Royal Crystal Factory in La Granja de San Ildefonso, near Madrid, November 12, 2013. Picture taken November 12, 2013

A worker of Riedel Glass company makes a wine glass in Kufstein September 9, 2010. Riedel Glass is one of the worlds largest producers of high quality glass with some 50 million glasses per year

Trades in Regency England: glass-blowing, colliery and tanning
6340313 Trades in Regency England: glass-blowing, colliery and tanning by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: Trades in Regency England: glass-blowing, colliery and tanning)

The story of glass (colour litho)
3099320 The story of glass (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The story of glass)

Glassblowing, illustration from the Encyclopedie des Sciences et Metiers
REV326118 Glassblowing, illustration from the Encyclopedie des Sciences et Metiers by Denis Diderot (1713-84) engraved by Robert Benard (fl.1734) published c.1770 (colour engraving) (see also 326119)

Interior of a Furnace, 1865 (oil on canvas)
BOU191514 Interior of a Furnace, 1865 (oil on canvas) by Housez, Charles (1822-88); 99x81.2 cm; Bourne Gallery, Reigate, Surrey, UK; French, out of copyright

Glass (chromolitho)
1094516 Glass (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Glass. French educational card, late 19th or early 20th century.); © Look and Learn; French

Interior of a Furnace, 1865 (oil on canvas) (detail of 191514)
BOU405788 Interior of a Furnace, 1865 (oil on canvas) (detail of 191514) by Housez, Charles (1822-88); 99x81.2 cm; Bourne Gallery, Reigate, Surrey, UK; French, out of copyright

Glassblowing, from the Encyclopedia by Denis Diderot (1713-84)
STC172392 Glassblowing, from the Encyclopedia by Denis Diderot (1713-84), engraved by Robert Benard (b.1734), published c.1770 (engraving) (see also 172391, 172393)

Glassblowing, detail, illustration from the Encyclopedie des Sciences et Metiers
REV326119 Glassblowing, detail, illustration from the Encyclopedie des Sciences et Metiers by Denis Diderot (1713-84) engraved by Robert Benard (fl.1734) published c.1770 (colour engraving)

Dr Syntax in the glass-house
3781171 Dr Syntax in the glass-house by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); (add.info.: Dr Syntax in the glass-house, illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from Doctor Syntaxs Tour in Search of Consolation)

Vase (glass)
938029 Vase (glass) by Italian School, (7th century); Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Crotone, Crotone, Calabria, Italy; eGiuliano Valsecchi; Italian, out of copyright

A employee of Scientific Supplies of Hatton Garden, seen here glass blowing. 23rd February 1933

Glass blower Bill Tremble is tube drawing a glass bulb in July 1987

Nick Dolan, keeper of applied art at Sunderland Museum, with this model of a horses head made th Lalique for the Queen and let for the forthcoming exhibition in July 1996

Award winning artistic glass blower Raymond Storey at work in August 1979

A scientific glass blower, Mr. Keith Hartley, instructs 17 year old Arthur Burdon in the glass-blowing class in November 1966

The iconic Pyrex clear casseroles, made by James A. Jobling and Co. Ltd. of Sunderland which are featured in the London Design for Export Exhibition in June 1968

Glass blower Albert Coulson puffs and blows his way through another job in September 1972

Duggie Davidson, a glass blower for 23 years at his skilled work in March 1965

Glass blower Bob Hall unloads a furnace burning at 1800 degrees centigrage and fusing pieces of quartz into deceorative paper weights in January 1973

Mr. Reg Wilkinson concentrates on the production of stained glass at Hartley Wood and Company in Portobella Lane, Sunderland which makes glass for virtually every cathedral in the world in April 1968

The first day of glass blowing at the Nationa Glass Centre, Sunderland in June 1998

Mr. Dave Jobling very rarely gets glassy-eyed. How could he looking at 200 litre distillation flasks all day in March 1965

Apprentice Colin Gray, 18 from Farrington is in the third year of his four year apprenticeship as a glassworker and is already making scientific glassware in February 1977

Student of Sunderland Universitys glass department, Tamlyn Smithers, with her work entitled Insight, which is on show at Sunderland Museum and Art Gallery in June 1997

This Spanish galleon took Mr. Dick Hodgson, and engineer, more than three months to build during his lunch hours at work in December 1972

Glass blower Mr. John Gartland examines a chunk of quartz which will be turned into a paper weight in January 1973

Artistic glass blower Raymond Storey at work on a royal Coronation coach in July 1985

Glass blower Jimmy Davidson was awarded the British Empire Medal in the Birthday Honours List and according to his employers corning Ltd. the 61 year olds skills are indispensable in June 1988

Derek Rolls 39 from Sunderland oxy cutting glass at Corning, Sunderland in September 1994

Glass is being taken away to cool after being extracted from the mould in March 1965

Norman Veitch, from Wearside Glass Sculptures at work in June 1998

Glass workers never use matches, he just places his fag" against the white hot molten glass and he does not take more than a fraction of a second owing to the great heat. February 1941 P007943

Glass blower Man blowing glass in his workshop. October 1952 C4910-001

Glass blower Man blowing glass in his workshop. October 1952 C4910

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In the 1800s, glass blowing was a prominent industry in Britain. Skilled artisans would gather in British factories, meticulously crafting delicate and intricate glass pieces. The mesmerizing art captivated onlookers as they witnessed the transformation of molten glass into stunning works of art. Across the pond, on the enchanting island of Murano in 1886, Charles Frederic Ulrich captured the essence of this ancient craft through his artwork. His masterpiece depicted skilled Glass Factory workers in Britain during that era, showcasing their dedication and expertise. Etching played a crucial role in enhancing the beauty of blown glass. This technique added intricate designs to already exquisite pieces, elevating them to new heights of elegance and sophistication. Even young apprentices like sixteen-year-old Vera Mary Stone could be found honing their skills at renowned establishments such as Prestons on West Street. These talented individuals dedicated themselves to mastering every aspect of this delicate craft. Glass blowing transcended time and geographical boundaries; it continued to thrive well into modern times. Malcolm Richardson exemplified this as an apprentice glass blower at Durham University Science Department, carrying forward centuries-old traditions while embracing innovation. The versatility of blown glass knew no bounds; artists like Andy Murphy pushed its limits by creating extraordinary pieces using various techniques and materials. In November 1997, he skillfully worked with furnaces to shape molten glass into breathtaking forms that left spectators awestruck. Master craftsmen were revered for their ability to transform simple tools like tweezers into instruments capable of shaping molten glass with precision and finesse. At Royal Crystal Factory, these masters created handmade horse glasses that showcased both technical prowess and artistic vision. Beyond British shores, Riedel Glass Company's workers crafted wine glasses with unparalleled expertise in Kufstein. Each piece was meticulously designed to enhance the flavors and aromas unique to different wines – a testament to their mastery over this age-old craft.