Glass : A Short History Paperback / softback
by David Whitehouse
Paperback / softback
Description
The fragile beauty of glass has ensured its popularity through the ages in forms ranging from simple beakers to ornate decorative masterpieces.
This beautifully illustrated book traces the story of glass from its origins in Mesopotamia some 5000 years ago, to the creation of the elegant vessels of the Islamic Near East, the superb mastery of Renaissance Venice and the creation of modern glassware for daily use.
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Only a few left - usually despatched within 24 hours
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:128 pages, 118 Illustrations, color
- Publisher:British Museum Press
- Publication Date:28/05/2012
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- ISBN:9780714150864
Information
-
Only a few left - usually despatched within 24 hours
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:128 pages, 118 Illustrations, color
- Publisher:British Museum Press
- Publication Date:28/05/2012
- Category:
- ISBN:9780714150864