The Encyclopedia of Modern Marbles, Spheres, and Orbs

The Encyclopedia of Modern Marbles, Spheres, and Orbs (Schiffer Book for Collectors with Value Guide)
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This beautiful and thought-provoking reference explores the close relationships among contemporary studio art glass marbles, spheres, and orbs and their predecessors, the marbles of childhood, as well as areas of significant divergence. Over 900 gorgeous color photos display the vast range available today, including handmade and machine-made marbles, edition types, regular stock, open edition production stock, prototypes, limited editions, experimental works, and studio glass. Many rare and historical examples are shown. The thorough and engaging text provides a history of the studio glass movement, manufacturing processes, artists' marks, essential information on building and caring for a collection, and methods of valuing items in a collection. Also included are a glossary, a bibliography, an index, and values in the captions. All glass fanciers will learn about this new generation of modern styles.
Country USA
Brand SCHIFFER PUBLISHING LTD
Manufacturer Schiffer
Binding Hardcover
UnitCount 1
Format Illustrated
EANs 9780764322945
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

The Encyclopedia of Modern Marbles, Spheres, and Orbs (Schiffer Book for Collectors with Value Guide)