Bismuth Crystal Glass Pipe
$48.99
The Bismuth Crystal Glass Pipe uses a mixed-media dipping process developed by Richard Clements, where a freshly made boro pipe is dipped in melted Bismuth, which re-forms into a naturally crystalline structure as it cools.
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Description
About the Bismuth Crystal Glass Pipe
This piece is an excellent example of mixed media fabrication, built on a material history worth understanding: colored borosilicate (Pyrex) has only existed since WWI, and for a long time was only available clear.
Functional Design & Craftsmanship
Glass artist Richard Clements developed a revolutionary process for adding elemental color to clear borosilicate, superheating it to just under devitrification to create interstitial (“in between”) coloration. That breakthrough paved the way for adding dissimilar materials that “behave” like the base glass — for example, cobalt introduced at temperature produces blue. Bismuth is one such material, able to present itself to borosilicate as though it were borosilicate itself, thanks to compatible coefficients of expansion and electron arrangements.
Key Features & Specifications
- Special Features: Bismuth mixed-media crystal fabrication
- Colors: Blue, Green, Orange, Pink, Yellow
How to Use
- Pack the bowl and light at an angle to draw flame evenly across the surface.
- Cover the carb (if present) while lighting, then release as you inhale to clear the chamber.
- Draw slowly and steadily for a smooth, even hit.
Care & Cleaning
Clean with isopropyl alcohol and coarse salt, shake gently to loosen residue, then rinse thoroughly with warm water. Let it air dry fully before reuse.
Q: Who developed this coloring technique?
A: Glass artist Richard Clements, who pioneered adding elemental color to clear borosilicate.
Q: How long has colored borosilicate existed?
A: Only since WWI — it’s a relatively young glass material.
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Additional information
| Weight | 5.5 oz |
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| Dimensions | 5 × 2 × 2 in |
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