Glass Exchange between Europe and China, 1550–1800: Diplomatic, Mercantile and Technological Interactions (Transculturalisms, 1400-1700)

by EmilyByrneCurtis (Author)

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  Illustrated
  2008

  $152.44

  Explores the subject of lenses, spectacles, aventurine glass, and windows found in China from the sixteenth century. This work traces their technological development back to the glassworks in Murano, Venice, and explores their significance in terms of Venice's commerce with China.