The International Society for Collectors and Enthusiasts of Historical & Contemporary Glass
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With several hundred members from across the United Kingdom and around the world, the Society brings together a diverse community united by their interest in glass.
As a member of The Glass Society, you will be part of a network that fosters connections, encourages the exchange of knowledge and promotes the study of glass from all periods, places and forms. The Society aims to keep members engaged and informed about the ever-evolving study of glass through publications, events and other initiatives.
Become a member and enjoy these benefits:
• Glass Matters
• The Journal of the Glass Society
• Meetings & Events
• Chance to publish your own articles
OUR NEXT EVENT
SUZANNE HIGGOTT
Reflective beauty: glass in the Wallace Collection
DATE: Thursday 19th February 2026 – 7 pm GMT
LOCATION: ZOOM online
COST: Free for members
The Wallace Collection has a relatively small but fine collection of glass strong in Venetian and façon de Venise examples of the 16th and 17th centuries. The pieces display a range of techniques, such as calcedonio,enamelling and gilding, filigrana, and diamond-point engraving. Highlights include a mid-14th century mosque lamp, a French Renaissance goblet enamelled with the Crucifixion, and a 1609 humpen enamelled with merrymaking scenes. Most of the glass was acquired by Sir Richard Wallace (1818-1890) in 1871. Research for the catalogue, published in 2011, revealed some surprises.
Suzanne Higgott retired in 2024 from the Wallace Collection, where she was Curator of Glass, Limoges Painted Enamels, Earthenware and Early Furniture. As well as publications on glass, her book The Most Fortunate Man of His Day, Sir Richard Wallace: Connoisseur, Collector & Philanthropist (2018), describes his glass acquisitions in the context of his life and wider collecting interests.
Picture credit: Calcedonio goblet, Wallace Collection.
GLASS MATTERS
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THE JOURNAL OF THE GLASS SOCIETY
Published every few years, The Journal of The Glass Society is an 80-page scholarly publication that explores the rich history and artistry of glass. Featuring in-depth research, expert insights, and unique imagery, it offers a deeper understanding of glassmaking traditions and innovations across the centuries.
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