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The manufacture of cut glass in America stems from a history that reaches back to ancient Egypt, while engraved glass was known in classical Rome. In this excellent new edition of a classic work, the author traces the American phases of this fascinating history by describing the products of major and minor manufacturers. This book has been established as the "bible" in this field, and the addition of 150 new photos and fully updated text and p...

The nineteenth century saw the most significant advances in glass production in the shortest time. Following a comprehensive introduction, each of the important types of this fine glassware are grouped in definitive chapters, which explain their history and details of their manufacture. Similarities in wares produced by various manufacturers in America and Europe, means of identification, and modern imitations and developments are all discusse...