Glass Blowing

A unique process in which the traditional Peking glass technique is utilized; hollow glass is formed by many layers, and jade carvers finish by shaping and polishing. The glassblower begins with a piece of molten glass that is blown and formed into an initial shape. While still molten, another layer of molten glass is added, up to seven layers. Once completed, the glass vessel must cool very slowly using progressively cooler kilns over a period of several days. Depending on the form, jade carvers then cut to shape or polish to provide distinct silhouettes and luster.