The facets of this vessel were slowly ground smooth with the same technique used in jade polishing. Molten glass is ‘gathered’ on a windpipe before being blown into the form.
Dimensions: inches dia 7 1/2 in h 13 1/2 in.
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The facets of this vessel were slowly ground smooth with the same technique used in jade polishing. Molten glass is ‘gathered’ on a windpipe before being blown into the form.
Dimensions: inches dia 7 1/2 in h 13 1/2 in.
Weight: 0.6lbs.
Materials: peking glass (available in burnt orange or imperial yellow).
