Lampworking is a type of glassblowing that uses a torch to heat and shape glass. The main tools used in lampworking are:
Torch: A hand-held device that produces a flame used to heat the glass.
Mandrels: Rods with a point at one end and a handle at the other, used as a base for shaping glass beads or other small objects.
Punty: A Glass rod used to hold and shape the hot glass.
Tweezers: Used to manipulate the glass while it's hot.
Marver: A flat surface used to shape and cool the glass.
Kiln: Used to anneal the finished glass pieces, a process that relieves stress and makes the glass stronger.
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The history of glassblowing and its tools can be traced back to the first glassmakers in ancient civilizations, such as the Egyptians and the Romans. Over time, glassblowing techniques and tools have evolved to become more efficient and precise. The development of the blowpipe in the first century AD revolutionized glassmaking by allowing glassblowers to create large and complex objects. The invention of the lampworking torch in the 17th century made it possible to work with smaller pieces of glass and to create intricate designs. In the 19th and 20th centuries, advancements in technology and materials led to the development of more efficient and durable tools, such as the electric melting furnace and the oxygen-propane torch. Today, lampworking continues to evolve, with glass artists experimenting with new techniques and incorporating modern materials and technology into their work
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