Murano Glass (1910-1970) Theme and Variations [Hardcover]

Marc Heiremans (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 25, 2007

This book is part of the series of comprehensive handbooks on Murano glass. This time, Marc Heiremans discusses the masterly glass-working techniques of Murano. With the establishment of a glass museum at Murano in the late 19th century and the exhibition of had the opportunity to thorougly investigate almost forgotten techniques and revive them. The magnificent objects produced by superior glass-blowers in 20th century Murano are based on a few already existing methods like 'Zanfirico' 'a Canne', 'a Murrine' and 'Tessere', as well as modifications on the hot or colled surface with chemicals. During the 1950s and 60s, these techniques - adapted to new forms, - brought about and impressive renaissance. This publication shows contemporary photographs, original drawing and dazzling colour shots of these defining subjects of Murano's glass-making techniques, which made the brilliant glass-blowers glass-making techniques, which made the brilliant glass-blowers of the tiny island internationally fa

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Text: English, German --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

Marc Heiremans is also the author of Seguso Vetrid'Arte - Complete Catalogue and the well-known Art Glass from Murano 1940 - 1970 and 20th Century Murano Glass.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 224 pages
• Publisher: Arnoldsche Verlagsanstalt; Bilingual edition (January 25, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 3897901633
• ISBN-13: 978-3897901636
• Product Dimensions: 12.4 x 9.9 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,422,986 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Vintage Murano Reference, August 14, 2005

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This review is from: Murano Glass (1910-1970) Theme and Variations (Hardcover)

This is an excellent reference with great photos and a section which shows the makers labels and signatures. Really useful book, recommend it for all collectors of Murano from the 1950's/60's.