This dynamic design is part of the Novica Handblown Collection. The set of 6 shot glasses is crafted with traditional blown glass techniques, in which artisans blow through a metal pipe while twirling it with one hand. They simultaneously shape the molten glass at the other end while expertly achieving a swirl effect in aquamarine and white.
Because each piece is handmade, shape and size can vary slightly and tiny bubbles may appear within the glass. This exemplifies the hand-blown technique, making every piece a unique example of blown glass craftsmanship.
Why Choose Pacific Merchants Mexican Artisan Art Glass?
- Eco-Friendly Materials: Crafted from 100% recycled, lead-free glass, including Mexican Coke bottles.
- Sustainable: Fully recyclable and capable of decomposing back into the earth.
- Handcrafted Excellence: Individually made by skilled artisans in Tonalá, Mexico, where glass-blowing traditions have been refined for centuries.
- Unique Artisan Charm: Expect slight variations in size and shape, adding to the handmade appeal.
- Quality Craftsmanship: Locally crafted using techniques passed down since the 1500s, requiring years of skill development.
- Food Safe: Free from lead and other toxic chemicals, ensuring safety for food use.
- Convenient Care: Top shelf dishwasher safe for easy cleaning.
- Perfect Pairing: Complements Pacific Merchants’ sustainable Acaciaware and Good Woods collections.
- Commitment to Quality: Offering eco-friendly, affordable products that meet consumer demand.
- Functional Art: Elevate your entertaining experience with beautiful, functional pieces!
Glass blowing is a treasured art form among Mexican artisans with deep historical roots. The earliest glass pieces in North America were produced in Puebla, Mexico, around 1535 by artisans brought from Europe by Spanish colonizers. These artisans utilized simple tools, starting with molten glass and a long hollow pipe—a method that remains unchanged to this day. Located in Jalisco, the city of Tonalá has become a renowned center for handicrafts, particularly known for its pottery and glass. The glass industry in Tonalá dates back to pre-Hispanic times, when indigenous communities crafted rudimentary objects from volcanic rock and other materials. Today, Tonalá is home to some of Mexico's most skilled artisans, who create exquisite hand-blown glass using traditional techniques that have been passed down through generations.
