Aprender a Preservar: Uma Nova Vida para o Vidro e a Cerâmica

Help create a free online catalog about vintage glass and ceramics, with stories and conservation tips to learn how to care for and reuse them.

I want to create a free online catalog that teaches people how to recognize and care for vintage glass and ceramic pieces. The funding goal is €8,000.

I work with vintage and second-hand items through research, photography, and sales. When describing a piece, it's necessary to look at the details: the mark on the base, the material, the wear and tear, a small flaw, or a previous repair. This information helps to understand the object and decide how to care for it.

With this project, I want to organize this work into an educational resource that is accessible to beginners.

What you will find in the catalog

Each selected item will include photographs, measurements, a description of its condition, and information about the manufacturer and era, whenever possible.

Based on these examples, the catalog will explain:

• How to spot brands, signatures, finishes, and signs of wear.

• What characteristics help in understanding the materials and manufacturing techniques?

• What basic precautions should be taken when handling and storing fragile objects?

• When it is necessary to consult a conservator or restorer.

• How to distinguish confirmed information from uncertain attribution.

Access will be free and will not depend on a purchase or contribution to the campaign.

I do not intend to present a professional restoration manual. The goal is to help the reader observe better, avoid improper care, and know when to seek specialized help.

How will it be done?

I will select a set of pieces, record their condition, research the available information, and prepare the texts and photographs. When a piece requires specialized evaluation or intervention, I will consult professionals.

The expected timeframe is six months after receiving the funds. During this period, I will publish updates with the selected pieces, the work completed, and the catalog's development.

The final selection will depend on the condition of the objects and the budgets obtained. I cannot promise to identify all pieces: when I cannot confirm an origin, date, or authorship, this will be indicated.

My contribution

I will contribute my time and experience to the selection, research, photography, and preparation of the content. The budget does not include remuneration for my own work.

This project is linked to my business dealing in vintage items. Some documented pieces may be sold later, but the educational content will remain freely available. Supporters do not acquire a stake in the business or any rights to future sales.

A piece from my collection as a reward.

I am offering a 24cm Lalique Bacchantes pitcher in excellent condition as a reward for a contribution of €2,000. There is only one unit available.

If the campaign is successfully funded, the person who selects this reward will receive the jar shown in the photographs. Shipping is scheduled for one to two weeks after receipt of funds and confirmation of delivery details.

It's also a way for me to contribute one of my pieces to make this project possible.

Because I'm asking for your support.

I have practical experience with these objects, but transforming photographs, research, and notes into a public catalog requires work and personal resources. The campaign will allow me to develop this educational aspect and share it with more people.

If you would like to learn more about glass and ceramics, or believe that this knowledge should be freely available, I invite you to support us.

You can also help by sharing the campaign. At the end, supporters will be able to view the catalog and a summary of the work done and how the funds were used.

Candeeiro Baccarat Bon Jour Versailles L — uma das recompensas disponíveis para apoiar este projeto educativo.

About the author

My interest in antique objects begins with curiosity: who created them, how were they made, and what can we learn from them?

I dedicate myself to researching, photographing, and selling vintage and second-hand items, including glass, ceramics, and decorative objects. This activity allows me to closely observe the materials, manufacturing marks, and signs that time leaves on each piece.

When preparing photographs and descriptions, I realize the importance of explaining clearly: a detail can help someone better understand an object, but it's also necessary to acknowledge when its origin or history remains uncertain.

This educational project was born from this practical experience. I want to organize and share knowledge in a free catalog, accessible to anyone who wants to learn, even without experience in collecting.

I do not present myself as a professional restorer. When a project exceeds my expertise, I will seek specialized support. My role will be to select the pieces, research information, document the work, and transform the findings into understandable content.

I work independently and don't have a large presence on social media. Asking for support is a new step towards opening this work to other people and building a small community around it.

I will contribute my time, experience, and dedication. In return for the supporters' trust, I commit to communicating progress transparently and always distinguishing between confirmed facts and unanswered questions.

I hope this project helps more people discover that caring for an object can begin with a simple gesture: stopping, observing, and wanting to know more.

Budget and due dates

Funding target: €8,000

The funding will allow the development of the educational project, from the observation and documentation of the pieces to the publication of a free online catalog , accompanied by introductory content on conservation and reuse.

The budget below is a projected cost estimate. The amounts will be adjusted according to supplier quotes, the needs of the selected items, and applicable campaign commissions.

The budget allocated for commissions will be confirmed before the release. Tax treatment and any applicable charges will also be considered in the final budget review.

I will contribute my own time to selecting the pieces, researching, monitoring the work, and communicating with supporters. No remuneration is foreseen for my work in this budget.

If significant changes are needed, I will explain the reasons in campaign updates. If the emergency fund is not used, it will be applied to additional documentation or educational content.

Implementation schedule

The expected duration is six months after receipt of the funds.

Month 1 — Selection and preparation

Selection of materials, recording of their condition, definition of educational themes, and consultation with specialists when necessary. I will publish an initial update with the chosen examples and the work plan.

Months 2 and 3 — Care and documentation

Proper cleaning, monitoring of specialized interventions, and photographic documentation. The images will document relevant details and, when treatment is involved, the before and after condition.

Months 3 and 4 — Content Development

Research and writing of catalog entries, preparation of basic handling and conservation guidelines, and organization of content for online consultation.

Months 5 and 6 — Review and publication

Review of texts and images, verification of the catalog's functionality on computers and mobile phones, and free publication of the content . Finally, I will share a summary of the results and the use of the resources.

Delivery of the physical reward

The proposal to offer the 24 cm Lalique Bacchantes vase to the highest contributor , should the goal be reached, is subject to approval by the PPL. The final terms will be published before the start of the campaign.

If this option is approved, I anticipate shipping the item one to two weeks after receiving the funds and confirming the recipient's details , with appropriate packaging, tracking, and suitable insurance. Shipping time will depend on the destination.

If any delays occur, I will communicate the reason and a new timeline through campaign updates.

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