On 2018-10-25 8:33 a.m., Bald Eagle wrote:
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> The background _geometry_, or perhaps the view angle is a bit disconcerting.
> It looks like it might be under, and then curving up back behind the glass.
Yes, going for a drop cloth look.
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> Anything worth doing is worth doing properly.
> If you're dedicated to this scene, then it's probably advisable to procure test
> materials in clear, amber, and rich brown colors, to ensure an accurate
> representation of the pigment and ior.
Amber or rich brown would be my preference. My budget is likely limited 
to 8 years or less in aging.

> It's hard to tell due to the potential optical effects of the refractive index
> of the glass - but there doesn't seem to be any visible glass on the sides now.
> What does a cross-section show about your glass and the liquid geometry/size?
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Preliminary research with red wine suggests this is correct.

Stephen S

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