Exquisite marbles produced by more than 130 artists and craftsmen in over 600 stunning color photographs.

Alongside the 600 photos, this guide's text gives an extensive and detailed look at the pioneers, current artists, and craftsmen of the contemporary handmade marble movement.

You'll find:

• Work by over 130 artists, shown in 600 stunning color photos.

The history and development of handmade marbles, beginning with the earliest use of decorative glass.

•  The influence that the founding artists of the studio glass movement brought to bear in the 20th century.

•  Work to enjoy and learn from by the pioneers and current craftsmen of contemporary handmade marbles.

•  Tips for the purchase and care of fine marbles.

•  An in-depth glossary.

Collectors of art glass and marbles, whether novice or experienced, will appreciate this beautiful book. It offers joy for everyone fascinated with the wonders of glass.[AuthorName]By Mark P. Block[/AuthorName][AuthorBio]Mark P. Block is a noted expert on American studio art glass and vice chair of the Marble Collectors Society of America. He wrote this book in cooperation with the Marble Collectors Society of America. He is the also author of Contemporary Marbles: Art and Artisans of the 21st Century and The Encyclopedia of Modern Marbles, Spheres, and Orbs, among others.[/AuthorBio][NumIllustration]845 color photos[/NumIllustration][CoAuthor][/CoAuthor][SubTitle][/SubTitle][ColorPattern]845 color photos[/ColorPattern]