Glass
MURANO: ISLAND OF GLASS
Written by Dorigato, Attilia
Murano owes its worldwide fame to blown glass. The works created by the skilful hands of the island's master glassblowers have been exported East and West for centuries now, providing some of the most exquisite decorations for royal palaces and princely homes, and arousing the wonder and delight of travellers, poets and writers thoughout the ages.
IMPORTANT ITALIAN GLASS
There is an old Murano saying, "Good tools are nice, but good hands arebetter", highlighting the deeply artistic nature of Italian glassmaking. Thishistoric compilation of three outstanding private collections offered at auctioncovers a wide range of 20th-century Italian glass and features all the titans of
LOUIS COMFORT TIFFANY AND LAURELTON HALL: AN ARTIST'S COUNTRY ESTATE
Written by Frelinghuysen, Alice Cooney
This beautiful book focuses on Laurelton Hall, Louis Comfort Tiffany's extraordinary country estate in Oyster Bay, Long Island, New York. Beginning in 1902, Tiffany (1848-1933) designed every aspect of the immense home, which had eighty-four rooms and eight levels, and extensive grounds into which the house was carefully integrated.
MURANO - A HISTORY OF GLASS PB
Written by Toso, Gianfranco
Discusses the origins of glass production, describing methods used by the Egyptians and the Romans. The earliest evidence of glass-making in Murano dates form the 7th to the 8th centuries AD and this beautifully illustrated book traces the fascinatign histroy of the manufacture of Murano the present day, expressing hopes for the future.
ART GLASS OF LOUIS COMFORT TIFFANY
Written by Doros, Paul
Louis Comfort Tiffany considered his Favrile glass, produced between the 1890s and 1920s, his signature artistic achievement. Now highly collectible, the glass underscores one-of-a-kind quality--every piece was blown and decorated by hand. This definitive account explores the full range of Tiffany Studios' remarkably diverse and innovative styles and forms, captured here in sumptuous photographs.
TOMASO BUZZI: THE VENINI YEARS
The refined output of vases and bowls by the great architect and designer for the long-standing Venetian glasshouse. An architect, designer, interior decorator, and columnist for Domus magazine, Tomaso Buzzi (1900-1981) was one of the most important trendsetters for Italian taste in the 1930s and 1940s.
STAINED GLASS GARDEN
Written by Torlen, Pat
Grow a glass garden--and beautify any space with the exquisite decorative items you've created. George W. Shannon and Pat Torlen, two master teachers and artists who run the On The Edge Glass Studio, offer an array of glorious patterns for stained glass flowers, butterflies, birds, birdfeeders, planters, lanterns, and mobiles.
COMPLETE BOOK OF GLASS BEADMAKING
Written by Adams, Kimberley
Every eye-catching photo in this guide will inspire bead and glass-makers. Splashed across the pages are all the most popular types of beads and the, most innovative techniques. Basic instructions explain how to light the torch, wind and cool the bead, and shape the glass.
PENLAND BOOK OF GLASS
Classes in flamework-glass techniques are presented by ten leading contemporary artists who have taught at the renowned Penland School of Crafts. These skilled masters offer revelatory essays that are paired with galleries of work and fantastic photographic step-by-steps that teach specific skills.
BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO KILN-FORMED GLASS
Written by Griffith, Brenda
In paperback at last, this popular guide to kiln-forming glass--melting cut or crushed glass and then shaping it with molds--features 19 beginner-friendly projects. The beautiful and practical items range from home décor, including a wall sconce and fountain, to sculpture and jewelry.
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