European Antique Blue Glass Cup (70mm Height) | A piece that embodies the beauty and warmth of hand craftsmanship

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Product Description:
This impressive antique glass from Europe features a deep blue color. Though small at approximately 70mm in height, it has a strong presence. When held, the slightly undulating surface texture conveys the warmth unique to hand-blown glass. When a drink is poured, the light creates a shimmer within the glass, allowing you to enjoy various expressions depending on the viewing angle. It is also recommended as a small flower vase or for display. (R070152)

Specifications:
・Size: Height approx. 70mm, Mouth diameter approx. 60mm (individual variations may exist)
・Material: Glass (hand-blown)
・Color: Deep blue
・Era/Country of Origin: Estimated 1950s/Europe (details unknown)
・Condition: Good as an antique (some bubbles and minor scuffs)

Highlights:
・A unique piece created by skilled artisans using the blown glass method.
・Slight distortions and uneven thickness, characteristic of handcrafting, add to its individuality.
・Its simple and timeless shape blends harmoniously with any interior, whether Japanese or Western.
・Also recommended for photo props, store displays, and gifts.

Special Notes:
In Europe and America during the 19th and early 20th centuries, blue glass was used in daily life but was also considered somewhat special. From the late 19th to early 20th centuries, advancements in hand-blowing and molding techniques made colored glass products relatively affordable. Blue, amber, and green colored glass tableware, storage jars, and medicine bottles were particularly used by middle-class families as "something nice" or "something that adds sparkle." Cobalt blue glass, in particular, was prized for "poison bottles" and "storage containers that protect contents from sunlight," but it was also popular as tableware (glasses and plates). Colored glass also offered advantages such as "preventing excessive visibility of contents," "creating a sense of luxury," and "making chips and dirt less noticeable." From these points, colored glass developed as an everyday item that also emphasized decorative appeal.

*Based on AI research.