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More Than A Glass

Stories of glory behind the archeological findings

Eindhoven Hensbeker, reconstruction — © Yuanhan Shen

Oct. 21th-27th, DDW24 | St. Catharine’s Church

For the first time, the remains of this rare and remarkably large 17th-century glass vessel will be on display.

With presence of related exhibits, we invite you to explore the stories behind these fascinating archeological findings.

More into Eindhoven

Historical records reveal that a castle once stood on the edge of Eindhoven's city walls, where the current ‘Ravensdonck’ area lies. It was here that the shards of this glass vessel, along with other archaeological artifacts, were found.

You may wonder:
What did Eindhoven Castle look like?
What’s an archeological excavation really like?
How was city Eindhoven back then?
…

At the exhibition you will find some well-preserved archives about Eindhoven and Ravensdonck Excavation.

Explore about glass ( under construction )

When and where was this glass possibly made?
What was it used for?
How to make a glass piece like this?
Why does it look greyish?
How to embed a gem on it?
…

Join us with this journey into the history and technology of glassmaking.
Uncover not only what we know, also how we know it.

More Stories !?

Originally I planned three display boards.
So you know besides what is presented now, there are more stories to tell of our research!

But due to tight build-up schedule it couldn't happen.

I'll be at the presentation site. Come talk to me if you are interested!!

About Yuanhan Shen & Erfgoedhuis Eindhoven

Heritage Centre Eindhoven: The community centre and workplace for archaeology and pictorial history for Eindhoven, Helmond and the region.

Studio Glass Bead Order: Design studio run be Yuanhan Shen, aiming to reveal common beauty of art, science and nature.

Eindhoven Hensbeker, reconstruction, detail — © Yuanhan Shen

Eindhoven Hensbeker, replica, detail — © Yuanhan Shen

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Centre area, Sint Catharinakerk, Catharinaplein 1 , Map No. E18
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