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Venetian glass |
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Venetian glassVariety of glassware made in Venice from the 13th century to the present. In the 15th century efforts were concentrated on the perfection of cristallo (clear glass that approximated rock crystal in appearance). By the 16th century Venetian glassmakers mastered techniques of adding colour and of removing the smoky tint produced by metal in the glass material. These and other secrets were guarded closely, and defecting workers were severely punished. But eventually many Venetian glassmakers did defect, and the techniques became common knowledge in France, Germany, The Netherlands, and England. |
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| The posh loo features a crystal chandelier, flat screen TV, a dual-sink vanity hewn from a single slab of marble, Venetian glass mirrors and custom mosaic tile work that replicates flower and leaf floor patterns from the original Plaza Hotel. Just passing through the silver-framed frosted glass doors that lead to a backlit vestibule featuring etched art glass, a floor to ceiling fountain, and Venetian glass chandelier--let alone, the relaxation room with signature double loungers and full juice bar--make it apparent that the spa has now fully attained Schmitt's goal of its being a "conscious destination" unlike any other. Walls were clad in glittering Venetian glass mosaics, 20 x 20mm. |
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