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Informationen zum Autor Donald-Brian Johnson (text) is the grandson of Dearborn Glass Company founder, Herman R. Paulick, Sr. Leslie Pi a (photos) has a Ph.D in American Studies and heads the Interior Design department at Ursuline College in Cleveland, Ohio. Her husband Ram[n assists with the photography. Klappentext The colorful fused glass objects created by Michael and Frances Higgins have been a favorite with collectors since the 1950s. This book chronicles the Higgins' careers and accomplishments in the studio, at Dearborn Glass Company, and at Haeger Potteries. It features 645 color photos, company catalog, pattern identification, vintage advertising and interviews with the artists. An essential modern design reference! Zusammenfassung Pioneers in fused studio and production glass since the 1940s! Michael and Frances Higgins continue to create some of today's most collectible glass objects. Higgins: Adventures in Glass chronicles their careers and accomplishments in the studio! at Dearborn Glass Company and at Haeger Potteries. A must-have for glass collectors and 1950s/1960s fans alike! this new book features 645 full-color photos! company catalog! vintage advertising! interviews with the artists and price guide. The Higgins' "modern miracles with everyday glass" will appeal to all with an interest in mid-20th century design and collectibles.
