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Product Identifiers

PublisherSchiffer Publishing, The Limited

ISBN-100764311662

ISBN-139780764311666

eBay Product ID (ePID)1804257

Product Key Features

LanguageEnglish

TopicGlass & Glassware, Toys, Glass, General, Art, Antiques & Collectibles, Crafts & Hobbies

AuthorMark P. Block

IllustratorYes

Dimensions

Item Length12 In.

Item Height9.2 In.

Item Width9 In.

Item Weight69.1 Oz

Additional Product Features

LCCN00-010580

Book TitleContemporary Marbles and Related Art Glass

Number of Volumes1 vol.

Dewey Decimal748.8

Intended AudienceTrade

SynopsisExquisite marbles produced by more than 130 artists and craftsmen in over 600 stunning color photographs. Alongside the 600 photos, this guide's text gives an extensive and detailed look at the pioneers, current artists, and craftsmen of the contemporary handmade marble movement. You'll find: * Work by over 130 artists, shown in 600 stunning color photos. The history and development of handmade marbles, beginning with the earliest use of decorative glass. * The influence that the founding artists of the studio glass movement brought to bear in the 20th century. * Work to enjoy and learn from by the pioneers and current craftsmen of contemporary handmade marbles. * Tips for the purchase and care of fine marbles. * An in-depth glossary. Collectors of art glass and marbles, whether novice or experienced, will appreciate this beautiful book. It offers joy for everyone fascinated with the wonders of glass., Exquisite marbles produced by more than 130 artists and craftsmen are represented in over 600 stunning color photographs. The thorough text includes an extensive and detailed look at the pioneers, current artists, and craftsmen of the contemporary handmade marble movement. The history and development of handmade marbles is reviewed in words and illustrations, beginning with the earliest use of decorative glass and moving forward to the influence studio glass founders brought to bear on the pioneers and current craftsmen of contemporary handmade marbles. Also included are tips for the purchase and care of fine marbles, an in-depth glossary, and a valuation guide. This book will be a joy for everyone fascinated with glass. Novice and experienced art glass and marble collectors alike will appreciate this beautiful book., Exquisite marbles produced by more than 130 artists and craftsmen in over 600 stunning color photographs., Exquisite marbles produced by more than 130 artists and craftsmen are represented in over 600 stunning color photographs. The thorough text includes an extensive and detailed look at the pioneers, current artists, and craftsmen of the contemporary handmade marble movement. The history and development of handmade marbles is reviewed in words and illustrations, beginning with the earliest use of decorative glass and moving forward to the influence studio glass founders brought to bear on the pioneers and current craftsmen of contemporary handmade marbles.Also included are tips for the purchase and care of fine marbles, an in-depth glossary, and a valuation guide. This book will be a joy for everyone fascinated with glass. Novice and experienced art glass and marble collectors alike will appreciate this beautiful book.

Publication Year2000

FormatHardcover

Dewey Edition21

LC Classification NumberNK6215.B57 2001

Number of Pages256 pages