Plate Glass Collection

The Crystal Palace at Toronto, Canada, 1858. Creator: Unknown
The Crystal Palace at Toronto, Canada, 1858. Engraving from a sketch by Mr. R. H. Mackay. This industrial palace was erected for the purpose of holding within its walls the annual exhibitions of

Improved street architecture: Mr. Harry Emanuel's new house of business in Brook-Street... 1860. Creator: Unknown
Improved street architecture: Mr. Harry Emanuel's new house of business in Brook-Street, Hanover-Square, [London], 1860

Manufacture of Glass for "The Crystal Palace"...Birmingham, 1850. Creator:s Read
Manufacture of Glass for "The Crystal Palace", at Messrs. Chance's Works, Spon-Lane, near Birmingham, 1850. Workers making an...immense quantity of plate glass required for

New York City, Manhattan, Apple Store on Fifth Avenue

A Gothic-style oil lamp for a hall in a noblemans mansion
6339837 A Gothic-style oil lamp for a hall in a noblemans mansion by British School, (18th-19th century); (add.info.: A Gothic-style oil lamp for a hall in a noblemans mansion)

Extraordinary carriage accident in the Strand (engraving)
610387 Extraordinary carriage accident in the Strand (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Extraordinary carriage accident in the Strand)

Nave of the Great Exhibition of 1851, (c1876). Creator: Unknown
Nave of the Great Exhibition of 1851, (c1876). The Great Exhibition or Crystal Palace Exhibition took place in Hyde Park, London, from 1 May to 15 October 1851

Exterior of the Great Exhibition of 1851, (c1876). Creator: Unknown
Exterior of the Great Exhibition of 1851, (c1876). The Great Exhibition or Crystal Palace Exhibition took place in Hyde Park, London

Details of Richard J. Neutras Multistory House, 1942
Details of Richard J. Neutras Multistory House - The living room and deck on the top floor, 1942. Multistory Ocean-view house designed for Mr Sidney P Kahn, on Telegraph Hill, San Francisco

The Art of Grinding and Polishing of Plate-Glass, 1748

Glass manufacturing, 1760. Making crown glass by blowing (left) and plate glass by casting (right). Glass workers were susceptible to cataracts caused by the glare of the furnace

Grinding and polishing plate glass, 1760. From The Universal Magazine London 1760

Glass manufacture Tarentum Pa. casting rolling sheets
Glass manufacture, Tarentum, Pa. - casting and rolling sheets of plate glass 12 1, 2 x 21 feet; Underwood & Underwood (American, 1881 - 1940s); about 1900; Gelatin silver print;

The New Iron and Glass Warehouse at Glasgow, c. 1856 (engraving)
XJF468557 The New Iron and Glass Warehouse at Glasgow, c.1856 (engraving) by Scottish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gardners Warehouse on Jamaica Street)

Crystal Palace bazaar, London, 1850s C016 / 8822
Crystal Palace. 19th-century artwork of people visiting a large bazaar (or shopping arcade) in central London built in the style of the famous Crystal Palace exhibition hall

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"Reflecting the Glittering City: Plate Glass in New York's Manhattan" Step into the Apple Store on Fifth Avenue and be captivated by the mesmerizing plate glass façade that adorns this iconic landmark. Reminiscent of a Gothic-style oil lamp, it illuminates the bustling streets of New York City with its grandeur. Travel back in time to witness an extraordinary carriage accident captured in an engraving from The Strand. Amidst chaos, shattered plate glass windows tell tales of unexpected events that unfolded on these historic streets. Marvel at the Nave of the Great Exhibition of 1851, a magnificent structure showcasing innovation and progress. Its towering walls made entirely transport visitors to a world where imagination knows no bounds. Venture outside and behold the exterior view of this groundbreaking exhibition. A testament to human ingenuity, it stands as a reminder that through plate glass windows, we can glimpse into a future filled with endless possibilities. Discover Richard J. Neutra's Multistory House, an architectural marvel from 1942 adorned with sleek plate glass panels. These transparent barriers blur boundaries between indoors and outdoors, inviting nature's beauty to become part of our everyday lives. Uncover centuries-old secrets as you delve into "The Art of Grinding and Polishing Plate-Glass" from 1748. This ancient craft has shaped our world, transforming raw materials into exquisite works that adorn our homes and buildings today. Witness the birthplace of modern glass manufacturing in Tarentum Pa. , where casting rolling sheets revolutionized industry practices forevermore. From humble beginnings emerged a thriving trade that would shape skylines around the globe. Journey across borders to Glasgow's New Iron and Glass Warehouse circa 1856 – an architectural masterpiece blending strength with elegance. Its vast expanses showcase how plate glass transformed warehouses into palaces fit for commerce. Step inside London's Crystal Palace bazaar during the vibrant 1850s.