Glass as art.

From: Sunset | Date: October 1, 1986 | Copyright information

Glass as art

Fanciful or functional, glass as an art form is enjoying widespread popularity. Its light-gathering, flowing character is revealed in nearly as many ways as there are artists working with it. In addition to one-of-a-kind works of art like those shown at right, the array of handmade pieces-- including goblets, bowls, vases, paperweights --is dazzling.

This explosion of creativity has captured the attention of Western art lovers. In galleries, corporate art collections, museums, and studios, exciting new work is on view. Yet modern glass remains both ...

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