Category Archives: Ancient Glass

Greek, Roman, Egyptian Glass. Ancient glassmaking

Benicia Iridescence and Patina on Bottles – Not a Sick Bottle

Posted on 9 February 2012 by Ferdinand Meyer V

I wanted to start a collection of pictures of bottles with Benicia iridescence and/or patina. Please send me examples of bottles you have or pictures in your archives. I asked prominent West coast collector Mike Dolcini for some pictures of … Continue reading →

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The Shanghai Museum of Glass | SHMOG Opens

Posted on 27 May 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

While researching state-side Glass Museums I came across information regarding the new Shanghai Museum of Glass SHMOG. All I can say is wow! As a designer who frequently works in glass, and a collector of historic and contemporary glass, this … Continue reading →

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Glass Museums

Posted on 25 May 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Ken Previtali sent me an email yesterday suggesting more information on Glass Museums. He sent me a few links which I have noted below. Thanks for the suggestion Ken! I have also added a special section on the NEW Federation … Continue reading →

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Maryo Visit to the Getty Villa

Posted on 20 April 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Just in from Dave Maryo (FOHBC Western Region Director and President Los Angeles Historical Bottle Club) who with his wife Cindy, just visited the Getty Villa in Malibu this past weekend to see the Greek and Roman glass on display. … Continue reading →

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