Foot-shaped glass

The art of foot-shaped glass making in Iran: a fusion of art and craftFoot-shaped glass-making is one of the attractive and popular branches of glass-making art, which has a long history in Iran. In this method, the artist creates beautiful and diverse works by using different molds and blowing into a tube containing molten glass. This art is a combination of skill, creativity and technical knowledge and allows the artist to implement complex and delicate designs on glass.The steps of making molded foot glass

• Preparation of molten glass: First, the glass is melted in a furnace at a very high temperature until it becomes a paste.

• Removing the glass: by using the blowpipe, they remove some of the molten glass and give it its original shape.

• Placing in the mold: the molten glass is placed in the desired mold.

• Blowing: the artist pushes the glass into the mold by blowing into the blow pipe to take the shape of the mold.

• Cooling: After forming, the glass is cooled slowly so that it does not crack.

• Decoration (optional): After cooling, decorations can be added to the glass using various techniques such as cutting, engraving or painting.Features of molded foot glass

• Variety of design: due to the use of different molds, all kinds of containers and decorative objects can be produced with this method.

• Precision and elegance: by using a mold, you can achieve more precision and elegance than other methods of glass making.

• Mass production: Using standard molds, it is possible to mass produce glass products.Applications of molded foot glass

• Decorative containers: such as vases, cups, candlesticks and small statues

• Practical dishes: such as glasses, plates and hookahs

• Decorative objects: such as wall hangings and candlesticksThe importance of preserving the art of molded foot glass in Iran

• Preservation of cultural heritage: this art is a part of Iran's cultural identity.

• Creation of employment: foot glass can create job opportunities for artists.

• Development of tourism industry: Footi glass products can be offered to tourists as souvenirs and valuable gifts.