The art of glass making has a special relevance in Eastern Europe and particularly in Romania. What is quite extraordinary about Romanian glass making is that it combines traditional themes from Rome and Constantinople, lending vivid color and ethnic design to the glassware. Eastern Europe has a lot of fine sand, allowing glass making in the region to flourish and Romania in particular is well known for its exquisite pieces of glass art.
Glassmaking in Eastern Europe and Romania emanates from the Murano style in Italy, as most artisans studied glassmaking there. Until the 13th century, European glassmaking was exclusive to Venice. But frequent fires led the Venetian authorities to relocate the ovens to the island of Murano.
There has been a long history of glass making in Romania. Romanian glassmakers have successfully passed on this art for several generations and the craft continues to thrive in this part of Eastern Europe. In Romania, it is said that artisans only pass on the secrets of glass making to members of their family. More importantly, there is a rigid hierarchy for obtaining the coveted position as a glassblower. For example, it may take years for a young man to reach that stage within this strict hierarchy.
Romanian glass is comparable to any large piece of Eastern European mouth blown glass. And they are nothing like those made with machinery or inexpensive duplicates. Traditionally, Romanian glass factories and studios make clear glass using granules that are distinct and commonly found in Western Europe. And depending on the craftsman, German pigments are popularly used for coloring or painting glass. The combination of this blend makes Romanian artisan glass truly a superior product anywhere in Europe. Although Romanian glassware is not normally made of crystal, it has a similar purity and luster. The glass products in Romania not only look great, they are also produced to suit a variety of lifestyles, from traditional to modern, and the product line is quality guaranteed glassware that is both functional and decorative. .
Romanian mouth blown glassware is made by highly skilled artisans. They are very creative pieces of exceptional quality. They are also a treasured collector’s item. Some of the work includes vases and bowls that are made as centerpieces and plates; the artisans who create these masterpieces learned their skills on Murano itself.
When it comes to Romanian glassware, each piece is clearly unique. Each of the mouth blown glass items can be described as an individual masterpiece in its own right. They are exceptionally colorful, creative, and stylish. Some of the works made by glass artisans in Romania are the most sought after pieces of contemporary art and have been exhibited in various galleries around the world. They are also prized as some of the top-notch glass pieces in modern blown glass art.
Contemporary glassware is not only placed in galleries for display, but also makes a great gift, particularly wedding gifts and decoration, especially in restaurants, businesses, and hotels. They can also be used as a decoration when designing your home.