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Elements Of Glass And Glass Making: A Treatise Designed For The Practical Glassmaker (1899)

Elements Of Glass And Glass Making: A Treatise Designed For The Practical Glassmaker (1899)

Koch, Julius Arnold
Benjamin Franklin Biser

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Fiction AnthologiesGeneral Antiques & CollectiblesGlass & Ceramics

ISBN10: 1165420287
ISBN13: 9781165420285
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 182
Weight: 0.55
Height: 0.39 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Elements of Glass and Glass Making is a comprehensive guide to the art and science of glass manufacturing, written by Benjamin Franklin Biser in 1899. This treatise is designed for the practical glassmaker, providing detailed instruction on the chemical and physical properties of glass, the various types of glass and their uses, and the techniques and equipment used in glass production.The book begins with an overview of the history of glassmaking, tracing its origins from ancient times to the modern era. Biser then delves into the chemical and physical properties of glass, explaining the composition of various types of glass and the factors that affect their properties. He also discusses the various types of furnaces and equipment used in glassmaking, as well as the techniques for shaping, cutting, and finishing glass.Throughout the book, Biser provides detailed instructions and practical tips for glassmakers, including recipes for different types of glass, instructions for making glassware and decorative objects, and advice on troubleshooting common problems in the glassmaking process. He also includes a glossary of glassmaking terms and a bibliography of additional resources for those interested in further study.Overall, Elements of Glass and Glass Making is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the art and science of glass manufacturing, from hobbyists and students to professional glassmakers and researchers.Comprising Facts, Figures, Recipes, And Formulas For The Manufacture Of Glass, Plain And Colored, Including An Appendix Containing Useful Information Pertaining To The Subject.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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