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Paperweights of the World
Monika Flemming
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Description for Paperweights of the World
Hardback. Num Pages: 168 pages, photos of 1,000+ objects. BIC Classification: WCN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 289 x 224 x 20. Weight in Grams: 1090. 168 pages, illustrations. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: WCN. Dimension: 289 x 224 x 20. Weight: 1104.
Beautiful color photographs of over 1,000 paperweights bring to life the authors' passion for collecting these art treasures made of glass and crystal, color and imagination. Paperweights from the 1840s to the 1980s are displayed. The history, development, production techniques, and informative histories of the paperweight makers, glass studios, and independent artists are presented, along with hints for collectors. Museum information, a helpful bibliography, and tips for the care of paperweights round out this enjoyable book, which is packed with stunning artwork for those who love beautiful things.
Beautiful color photographs of over 1,000 paperweights bring to life the authors' passion for collecting these art treasures made of glass and crystal, color and imagination. Paperweights from the 1840s to the 1980s are displayed. The history, development, production techniques, and informative histories of the paperweight makers, glass studios, and independent artists are presented, along with hints for collectors. Museum information, a helpful bibliography, and tips for the care of paperweights round out this enjoyable book, which is packed with stunning artwork for those who love beautiful things.
Product Details
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Number of pages
168
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2023
Condition
New
Number of Pages
176
Place of Publication
Atglen, United States
ISBN
9780764325205
SKU
V9780764325205
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 5 to 9 working days
Ref
99-2
About Monika Flemming
Monika Flemming and Peter Pommerencke have both collected paperweights for more than twenty-five years. Since 1976, they have run Germany's first, and for some time, only paperweight dealership. Their worldwide contact with all the manufacturers and artists and their intensive exchange of experience with fellow dealers on an international level have made them experts whose advice is valued by beginner ... Read more
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