Isbn: 9781025418407 - english and irish glass: with an introduction (5 resultados)

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Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - 'English and Irish Glass With an Introduction' by W.A. Thorpe is an essential scholarly examination of the history and development of glassmaking in the British Isles. This comprehensive work explores the evolution of glass design and production techniques, tracing the stylistic transitions from the early periods through the height of the industry in the 18th and 19th centuries.Thorpe provides a detailed analysis of both English and Irish traditions, highlighting the distinct characteristics and craftsmanship that defined renowned centers of production. The book covers a wide array of glass types, including stemware, bowls, and decorative pieces, while offering insight into the socio-economic factors that influenced the trade. As a foundational text for collectors, historians, and enthusiasts of the decorative arts, this study remains a vital resource for understanding the aesthetic and technical achievements of glassmakers in England and Ireland. With its focus on form, material composition, and historical context, 'English and Irish Glass With an Introduction' serves as a definitive guide to one of the most celebrated crafts of the United Kingdom and Ireland.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. "English and Irish Glass With an Introduction" by W.A. Thorpe is an essential scholarly examination of the history and development of glassmaking in the British Isles. This comprehensive work explores the evolution of glass design and production techniques, tracing the stylistic transitions from the early periods through the height of the industry in the 18th and 19th centuries.Thorpe provides a detailed analysis of both English and Irish traditions, highlighting the distinct characteristics and craftsmanship that defined renowned centers of production. The book covers a wide array of glass types, including stemware, bowls, and decorative pieces, while offering insight into the socio-economic factors that influenced the trade. As a foundational text for collectors, historians, and enthusiasts of the decorative arts, this study remains a vital resource for understanding the aesthetic and technical achievements of glassmakers in England and Ireland. With its focus on form, material composition, and historical context, "English and Irish Glass With an Introduction" serves as a definitive guide to one of the most celebrated crafts of the United Kingdom and Ireland.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. …