Glassblowing, from the Encyclopedia by Denis Diderot 1713-84, engraved by Robert Benard b.1734, published c.1770

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Glassblowing is a glass forming technique that involves inflating molten glass into a bubble, or parison, with the aid of a blowpipe, or blow tube. A person who uses this technique to craft items from glass is called a glassblower, glassmith, or gaffer. The art of glassblowing has a rich history, dating back to the 1st century BC in the Syro-Palestinian region. Over centuries, the craft has evolved and spread throughout the world, becoming a significant cultural and artistic practice.

The "Encyclopédie, ou dictionnaire raisonné des sciences, des arts et des métiers" (Encyclopedia, or a Systematic Dictionary of the Sciences, Arts, and Crafts) by Denis Diderot and Jean le Rond d'Alembert is one of the most significant works of the Enlightenment. Published in France between 1751 and 1772, it aimed to gather and disseminate the knowledge of the time. The Encyclopédie included a comprehensive entry on glassblowing, reflecting the importance and intricacy of this craft.

The illustrations for the Encyclopédie were of particular importance, as they provided visual explanations of the text. The glassblowing entry was accompanied by detailed engravings by Robert Benard, born in 1734, a prominent French engraver of the time. These engravings depicted the various stages of the glassblowing process, the tools used by glassblowers, and the different techniques employed in the creation of glass objects.

Published circa 1770 by Radel, the glassblowing entry in Diderot's Encyclopédie stands as a testament to the craft's significance during the 18th century. It offers a window into the historical practices of glassblowing and the technological advancements of the period. The Encyclopédie's treatment of glassblowing not only provided educational material for those interested in the craft but also preserved the knowledge for future generations, contributing to the continuation and evolution of glassblowing techniques.

Today, the Encyclopédie remains a valuable historical resource, and its glassblowing entry, with Benard's engravings, continues to be of interest to historians, artists, and craftspeople who seek to understand the development and heritage of this ancient art form.

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