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Glasswork
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Plate 5A Bangle
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5C Perfume Bottle
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5D Stained Glass Lampshade |
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Glass handicraft has a long history with human civilization from ancient period. Glasswork is used for ornamental purpose or for the household works. The decorative Bangle (plate 5A) is a popular article that women admire. Bangle has social significance for married women in North India. Firozabad glasswork takes a special place in the world of glass handicraft. The glass factory uses traditional glass melting oven (plate 5B) fueled by firewood. Perfume bottles (plate 5C) are greatly admired because of their unique design quality. Persian influence through the Mughal Dynasty (1526 to 1757) has contributed significantly in the glass handicraft in the Indian subcontinent. The stained glass Lampshade (plate 5D) design is a typical household item that enriches the indoor environment. The multicolor glass cut composition glows in dark certainly creates a mystique environment in the house. Each glass piece is arranged separately with great precision and creates a wonderful artifact. The decorative quality has combined with the utility certainly makes a unique item inside the house.
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