#the glass library

[ryuulu]

I believe I may be almost, very nearly, half-way sober. That’s close enough, in my book.

[janeykath318]

Current read! I’m really liking this series.

[incorrectfantasyquotes]

Willie, looking at an injured Gabe: is he going to be okay?

Cyclops: yes just keep adding pressure

Willie: if you die, Gabe, I’ll kill you!

[parisoonic]

pals drinking together (hand practice that got out of control)

[moodboardmix]

Courtesy: @archiphilia

[mostly-funnytwittertweets]

[wedarkacademia]

“You remember too much, my mother said to me recently. Why hold onto all that? And I said, Where can I put it down?”

― Anne Carson, Glass, Irony and God

[rubypomegranates]

"Libraries were full of ideas—perhaps the most dangerous and powerful of all weapons."

Sarah J. Maas "Throne of Glass"

[escapismsworld]

Have you noticed these windows?

These images showcases a beautiful set of old, possibly medieval or early modern windows, which contain distinct "bullseye" panes. These "bullseyes" were a byproduct of a historical glass-making technique called crown glass production. During this process, molten glass would be spun into a disk, and the central portion, where the rod had been attached, would form a thick, rounded distortion — the bullseye. Originally considered flawed or less desirable compared to the smooth outer edges, these panes were often sold at a lower cost.

The bullseye feature is now cherished for its historical charm and rustic character. Because modern methods of glass production allow for flawless, uniform sheets of glass, this style of window pane is no longer deliberately replicated, giving such windows a unique, irreplaceable quality. The reflection of the light in these windows, along with the subtle distortions from the bullseyes, adds a sense of warmth and antiquity to the building.

In modern settings, these features are often sought after by those who appreciate craftsmanship and history. The uneven, hand-crafted appearance of these windows contrasts with today's mass-produced glass, making each pane unique and full of character, adding not just aesthetic value but also a tangible connection to the past.

[rollerman1]

[lovewanttimetopause]

[detroitlib]

Two women stand in a field of flowers at the entrance to Woodmere Cemetery in Detroit, Michigan. Recorded in glass negative ledger: "D/Cemeteries-Woodmere."

Burton Historical Collection, Detroit Public Library

[astragatwo]

are you kidding me.

[incorrectfantasyquotes]

Willie to Matt: There is only room in this family for ONE unstable person and I've held that title for a very long time, so you're going to need to get it together.

[fannyrosie]

Matching the newly reopened Bibliothèque Maisonneuve

Outfit rundown Dress: second-hand Juliette et Justine Top: old Liz Lisa Hat and gloves: vintage Bag: second-hand Axes Femme Shoes: old Clarks Earrings: vintage Brooches: vintage and Design Festa Necklace: a present from a friend

[thinkingimages]

plate B2312 (1888) showing Orion's belt and the horsehead nebula. Harvard College Observatory's Astronomical Photographic Glass Plate Collection