Glass Factory 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

Workers and residents of the Znamensky glass factory village, 1909. Creator: S. Ia. Mamontov
Workers and residents of the Znamensky glass factory village, 1909. This collection includes more than four hundred photographs of daily life in Yenisei Province in the late tsarist period

A Glass and Coral Factory, 1629-1670. Creator: Jacob van Loo
A Glass and Coral Factory, 1629-1670

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

Venetian Glass Workers, 1880 / 82. Creator: John Singer Sargent
Venetian Glass Workers, 1880/82

Murano-Glass Furnace, 1879-1880. Creator: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
Murano-Glass Furnace, 1879-1880

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)

Making A Stained Glass Window, c1934. Illustration showing a Tudor workshop. The accompanying text describes the process of heating glass to make it molten so it could be blown

The glassworks at Soissons, northern France, c1914-c1918
Photograph from a series of glass plate stereoview images depicting scenes from World War I (1914-1918)

Glass Factory Producing Glass Cylinders Making
19th century glass factory producing glass cylinders. After an illustration in Les merveilles de l'industrie, by Louis Figuier, published 1877

Glass Factory, Orrefors, Sweden

Late 19th century glass factory. In the centre a worker is making a cylinder of glass which will be flattened and formed into a sheet, mainly used for window. Liebig trade card c1900

France, Le Creusot, View of the foundry and the crystal factory, circa 1806
France - 19th century - Foundry

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Step back in time to the 1800s, where the art of glass blowing thrived in British factories. Skilled craftsmen meticulously shaped molten glass into delicate masterpieces, their hands dancing with precision and expertise. The air filled with a symphony of hissing furnaces and rhythmic blows as these artisans brought life to their creations. Across the waters in Murano, Italy, another group of talented individuals honed their craft. Charles Frederic Ulrich captured the essence of Venetian glass workers in 1886, showcasing their dedication and passion for their trade. John Singer Sargent's brush strokes immortalized these skilled artisans between 1880 and 1882, revealing a glimpse into their world. James Abbott McNeill Whistler transported us to the heart of a Murano-Glass Furnace in 1879-1880. His artwork encapsulated both the beauty and intensity within this bustling environment. Meanwhile, Regency England witnessed trades such as glass-blowing flourishing alongside colliery work and tanning. Intricate stained-glass windows came to life during c1934 when artists meticulously assembled each piece like a puzzle. The fusion of vibrant colors created breathtaking works that adorned churches and cathedrals around the world. The glassworks at Soissons stood as a testament to France's craftsmanship during World War I (c1914-c1918). Despite turbulent times, dedicated workers continued producing exquisite pieces that showcased resilience amidst chaos. Le Creusot foundry in France circa 1806 was not only known for its iron production but also boasted an impressive crystal factory viewable from afar. This industrial marvel served as a symbol of innovation during that era. As we reflect on these glimpses into history through various artistic mediums - paintings capturing moments frozen in time or photographs documenting daily life - we are reminded of the immense skill required by those who worked tirelessly behind closed doors in glass factories.