Glass objects that are striking for their forms, techniques, and reflections of society.

The tremendous variety and beauty of studio-glass work is reflected in this juried collection of both functional and sculptural objects.These striking and gorgeous works feature the remarkable design aesthetic and craftsmanship of contemporary artists from around the world. Whether you're a creator,collector, or enthusiast of glasswork,this remarkable showcase will delight, inform, and inspire you.

Studio glass has become firmly established as a fine art medium in only the last 40 years; however it is now embraced as such around the world, supported by private and corporate collectors, and exhibited in galleries and museums world wide. This striking and provocative monograph presents work from an international panel of both emerging and established artists selected by Maurine Littleton, a distinguished presence in the field.

A number of the juried works display remarkable patterning, such as Robert Wiener's Summer Salsa made up of approximately 700 hand-cut murrine,eight colors of glass, and 60 color combinations.

Others express considerable character. Victor Chiarizia's sculptures reveal different stories. "I journey to a place where dark passages lead to splendid beauty."Choosing the Path reflects his interest in blurring the lines between nature, humankind, and fantasy.

Several artists interpret familiar objects in glass,compelling the viewer to look at them in a new way.

Introduction

The Glass Objects

Acknowledgments

Index