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.
- ISBN13 9780714150864
- Publish Date 28 May 2012 (first published 31 December 1995)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint British Museum Press
- Format Paperback
- Pages 128
- Language English