Download or read book Techniques of Kiln formed Glass written by Keith Cummings and published by University of Pennsylvania Press. This book was released on 1997-01-29 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a must for everyone interested in glass, especially artisans and collectors.

Download or read book Warm Glass written by Philippa Beveridge and published by Lark Books. This book was released on 2005 with total page 167 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An authoritative, extensively illustrated guide to making glass objects in a kiln. Provides detailed information on the history and traditional techniques of using a kiln in glasswork, along with instructions and examples designed to help you understand all the steps each technique requires.

Download or read book The Art of Glass written by Victor Arwas and published by Papadakis Publisher. This book was released on 1996 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: -- Published to coincide with a major exhibition. -- Examines in depth the historical background of each designer and firm, their styles and techniques. This introduction to the most innovative period of goth century glass-making was published to coincide with The Art of Glass - Art Nouveau to Art Deco exhibition at the Sunderland Museum and Art Gallery. The fascinating history of art glass in this Period begins in the 1880's with the precursors to Art Nouveau, follows the creations of Galle, Daum and Muller Freres. It continues with the development of opalescent, frosted and clear molded glass -- especially Lalique, Art Deco, functionalism, Orrefors and English and Scottish glass. But it is above all the glass itself, beautifully reproduced in full color, that brings to life one of the most exciting and creative periods in the history of art glass.

Download or read book Dictionary of Glass written by Charles Bray and published by University of Pennsylvania Press. This book was released on 2001-12-03 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "[This book] has a bit of everything. . . . It looks good, both visually (large-scale, hard-back, glossy) and in terms of content."—Glass Art Society News

Download or read book Recycling and Reuse of Glass Cullet written by Ravindra K. Dhir and published by Thomas Telford. This book was released on 2001 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The necessity for adopting sustainable practices is becoming increasingly clear, and the recovery of maximum value from surplus glass cullet is a key component in this. The concrete construction industry can provide a number of alternative uses for cullet that can add value to this waste material.This book presents the proceedings of an International Symposium organised by the Concrete Technology Unit, University of Dundee, which brings together some of the worlds leading experts in the field of glass cullet recycling.

Download or read book Glass Casting and Moldmaking written by Boyce Lundstrom and published by Mitchell Beazley. This book was released on 1989 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Art and Technique of P te de Verre written by Tokyo Glass Art Institute and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Contemporary Kiln formed Glass written by Keith Cummings and published by University of Pennsylvania Press. This book was released on 2009-11-06 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A global survey of artists putting kiln-formed glass techniques into practice."--Publisher's description.

Download or read book The Art of French Glass 1860 1914 written by Janine Bloch-Dermant and published by . This book was released on 1980 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Cast written by Jen Townsend and published by Schiffer Publishing. This book was released on 2017 with total page 441 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Featuring exquisite photos of more than 800 contemporary and historic works, this first-of-its-kind book reveals how the process of casting--pouring material into a mold--has transformed our world through its history and omnipresence. In these image-rich pages, craft, fine art, design, and everyday objects offer us perspectives on casting's unique possibilities, its place in history, and its role in contemporary object creation. Comprehensive and insightful, the book includes writings on casting as it relates to Art History (by Suzanne Ramljak), Large-Scale Metal (by Joseph Becherer), Ceramics (by Ezra Shales), Glass (by Susie J. Silbert), Jewelry (by Jen Townsend), and Alternative Materials (by Elaine A. King). A multi-disciplinary approach--including everything from traditional lost wax casting in non-ferrous metals to casting rubber, glass, porcelain, plaster, and some very unexpected materials--makes this an essential resource for artists, craftspeople, historians, designers, and everyone interested in the objects that populate our world.

Download or read book Enamel Buttons written by Karen L. Cohen and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2024-12-03 with total page 151 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Though enamel buttons have been around for centuries and are favorites of button collectors, there has not been a book completely dedicated to their study . . . until now! Author Karen L. Cohen brings her unique perspective as an enamelist, Studio Button Artist, and educator to Enamel Buttons: An Essential Resource for Collectors. Meticulous research combined with her insights about the properties of enamel and the techniques used in buttons make this a must-have book for every collector. Hundreds of photos provide examples of the various techniques and button types and are a valuable resource for study. Cohen explains why things look like they do, such as why Motiwala Bros. “Liquid Enamel” buttons look like they flow, while also helping the collector distinguish between closely related techniques, such as Champlevé and Cloisonné or Monochrome and Grisaille. Her extensive research on the evolution of enameling techniques provides the history chapter with fascinating facts intertwined with how they relate to enamel buttons. Cohen has documented many of the enamelist makers along with their back marks, making it easier for collectors to identify button finds. The appendices include related information such as how to identify enamel look-alikes such as CPE (cold plastic enamel) and restoration techniques. If you already collect enamel buttons, this is an essential resource for understanding your collection in more depth. If you are curious about the topic, this book tells it all: history, material, techniques and embellishments, makers, and more. If you are a collector of other types of enamelware or are fascinated with enameling or are someone who resells enamels such as antique dealers, this book is an excellent resource about the various aspects of enamel in general. Lastly, it’s a button book you will enjoy paging through again and again, admiring the hundreds of glorious enamel buttons!

Download or read book Jayne Persico Presents Glass Kiln Casting with Colour de Verre written by Jayne Persico and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jayne Persico brings her fresh and timeless style to the art of 'Glass Kiln Casting'. This inspirational yet thoroughly practical guide presents lush photographs of beautifully finished pieces that will capture the imagination. The clear and simple instructions will enable fusers of any skill level to achieve amazing 3-dimensional creations. 'Glass Kiln Casting' is a book offering over 260 colour photographs in 12 chapters that will inspire dozens of exceptional projects. The opening chapter features invaluable information covering frit casting moulds, tools, equipment and kilns, plus an in-depth yet simple approach to working with digital kiln controllers. This book is sure to become a studio favourite that fusers of all levels will refer to time and again. Jayne's take-you-by-the-hand writing style guides crafters through the frit casting process. She'll show you how to make frit cast jewellery, plates and bowls with amazing results that will impress everyone who views your creations.

Download or read book The Berthouville Silver Treasure and Roman Luxury written by Kenneth Lapatin and published by Getty Publications. This book was released on 2014-11-18 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1830 a farmer plowing a field near the village of Berthouville in Normandy, France, discovered a trove of ancient Roman silver objects weighing some 55 pounds (25 kilograms). The Berthouville treasure, as the find came to be known, includes two statuettes representing the Gallo-Roman god Mercury and approximately sixty vessels—bowls, cups, pitchers, and plates, many of which bear votive inscriptions—along with dozens of smaller components and fragments. Dedicated to Mercury by various individuals, the treasure, including some of the finest ancient Roman silver to survive, fortunately escaped being melted down. It was acquired by the Cabinet des médailles et antiques of the Bibliothèque Royale (now the Département des Monnaies, médailles et antiques of the Bibliothèque nationale de France), where it was displayed until late 2010, when it was brought in its entirety to the Getty Villa together with four large, late antique silver plates, each with its own colorful history, for comprehensive conservation treatment. This sumptuously illustrated volume is published to accompany an exhibition of the same name, opening at the Getty Villa on November 18, 2014. It presents the highlights of the treasure and other Roman luxury arts from the holdings of the Cabinet des médailles—including precious gems, jewelry, gold coins, and colored marbles—and contextualizes them in a series of elucidating essays.

Download or read book A History of Glassforming written by Keith Cummings and published by University of Pennsylvania Press. This book was released on 2002 with total page 412 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Illustrated throughout with beautiful photographs and drawings, A History of Glassforming is a singular and important book for historians, connoisseurs, and students of glass.

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Download or read book Designing and Making Glass Jewellery written by Mirka Janeckova and published by The Crowood Press. This book was released on 2019-11-25 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Glass can add an unusual and ethereal quality to a piece of jewellery. Its transparency, colour and unpredictability make glass a unique material to work with, but it also presents its own challenges. This book introduces the techniques of working with glass to jewellers, and explains how to decide which is the most suitable approach for your design. It covers specific properties of glass, tips for design and ideas for assembling a piece. Hot forming - includes fusing, casting and pate de verre, as well as lampworking. Cold forming - explains how to shape a piece of glass and then bond pieces together Decorative - explains how to embellish your pieces, from painting to photography transfers and metal leaf inclusions. It is a practical guide but, with a wealth of stunning finished pieces, and also provides inspiration for jewellers of all experiences.

Download or read book History of Modern Design written by David Raizman and published by Laurence King Publishing. This book was released on 2003 with total page 406 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An exploration of the parallel development of product and graphic design from the 18th century to the 21st. The effects of mass production and consumption, man-made industrial materials and extended lines of communication are also discussed.