[European Antique] Hand-blown Glass Cup (Height 70mm) | Rustic and Flavorful One-of-a-Kind Piece

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A palm-sized antique cup, passed down through generations

Product Description:
This antique hand-blown glass cup was actually used in Europe. With a small height of approximately 70mm, its simple cylindrical form blends naturally into modern dining settings. The texture, characterized by bubbles, distortions, and uneven thickness, conveys a warmth not found in industrial products. You can enjoy the unique presence of an antique, perfect not only for everyday drinks but also as a small item holder or a flower vase. (R070157)

Specifications:
・Origin: Europe (detailed age/country unknown)
・Size: Approx. 70mm (height) x Approx. 55mm (mouth diameter)
・Material: Hand-blown glass
・Capacity: Approx. 100ml (when full)
・Condition: Overall signs of use, with surface scuffs, minor scratches, and bubbles (please appreciate as part of the antique charm)

Recommended points:
・Soft form and texture unique to hand-blown glass
・Individuality unique to one-of-a-kind antiques
・Beautiful appearance that doubles as interior decor
・Collector's item that allows you to enjoy a "flavor" not found in modern products

Special Notes:
From the 19th to the early 20th century (especially in Europe), glass manufacturing methods gradually diversified, but hand-blown glass remained predominant for a long time, especially for everyday items like drinking glasses and lighting fixtures, where it was the most common manufacturing method.

・Hand-blown glass: Shaped by artisans blowing through a blowpipe.
　　Individual differences in thickness and bubbles occur.
　　Common from ancient times to the early 20th century, used for glasses, bottles, ornaments, etc.
・Mold-blown glass: Shaped by blowing into a metal or plaster mold.
　　Increased uniformity. From the mid-19th century.
　　Used for bottles, vessels, lamp parts, etc.
・Pressed glass: Hot glass pressed into a mold by machine.
　　Mass production possible industrially... from the 1820s (especially in America).
　　Used for tableware, ornaments, lighting fixtures, etc.
・Mold-formed glass: Complete machine forming without blowing, made in a mold.
　　Late 19th to 20th century. Inexpensive daily necessities, for mass production.

The reasons why hand-blown glass was "most common" are thought to include: fewer tools required; production possible anywhere with skilled artisans; suitability for small-batch production, allowing flexibility for household items and local orders; household glass products being close to luxuries at the time, with emphasis on artisanal value; and the immaturity of industrial mass production technologies until pressed glass developed. From the late 19th to the early 20th century, pressed glass and mold-formed glass emerged, becoming dominant due to cost, time, and uniformity. As a result, hand-blown glass gradually became limited to the realm of luxury goods and craft items.

※Based on AI research.