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Italy Italian Pottery
If you are looking for a European tourist destination, consider the Emilia-Romagna region of northern Italy. It may be the only region of Italy named for a road, one constructed by the Ancient Romans almost 2200 years ago. This article describes the Romagna subregion, a bit of its history, its many tourist attractions, local food, and local wine. A companion article presents Emilia, the inland western “half” of the region that borders the Lombardy, Liguria, and Tuscany regions of Italy.
Our Romagna tour follows the highway from east to west, going slightly southward along the way. Start by visiting Rocca Sforzesca (Sforza Castle) in the village of Dozza whose wine shop, Enoteco Regionale, has a great collection of local wines. Formula One auto racing fans will want to visit the town of Imola in mid-April. Other attractions include shopping for fancy ceramics and eating at San Domenico’s, a world-class restaurant featuring a three thousand item wine list.
Pottery fanciers will enjoy the city of Faenza, a center for faience pottery since the Twelfth Century. Guess what’s on display at the Museo delle Ceramiche. If you like spas be sure to visit the neighboring city of Bagno di Romagna with its hot springs.
Ravenna, north of the highway, was once the capital of the Roman Empire. Check out the Basilica di San Vitale (Church of Saint Vitale) with its famous mosaics. If you are in the mood you can visit a historic mausoleum and the tomb of that great Italian poet Dante. For some reason Ravenna is home to many sites with historic mosaics.
Rimini on the Adriatic coast an important European holiday destination is really crowded during the high season. Its Grand Hotel was featured in Fellini’s 1973 movie Amaracord.
Perhaps it is no accident that the founder of Italian cuisine Pellegrino Artusi was born in this region. See our companion article I Love Touring Italy – The Romagna Subregion for a sample menu and more information on Romagna wines as well as an in-depth examination of Romagna’s tourist attractions. It is the home of Albana di Romagna DOCG, Italy’s first white DOCG wine. The G stands for Garantita. While one can guess what that word is supposed to mean, many feel that this honor was far from deserved. I never tasted this particular wine. From my readings I have no great desire to do so, except perhaps to set the matter straight.
About the Author:
Levi Reiss has authored alone or with a co-author ten computer and Internet books, but to tell the truth, he would really rather just drink fine French, German, or other wine, accompanied by the right foods. He knows what dieting is, and is glad that for the time being he can eat and drink what he wants, in moderation. He teaches classes in computers at an Ontario French-language community college. Visit his Italian travel, wine, and food website www.travelitalytravel.com and his global wine website www.theworldwidewine.com.
Article Source: ArticlesBase.com – A Quick Tour of Italy – the Romagna Subregion
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cat tile’s marked i c s italy fish italian pottery art $9.00 |
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SHIH TZU DOG ITALIAN ART POTTERY ITALY VINTAGE 10″ LONG $89.09 |
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DERUTA ITALY Italian Pottery Fruit WALL TILE PLAQUE $15.97 |
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Italian Art pottery Wall pocket- Signed “LAZZARO” ITALY $9.99 |
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Deruta Italy Italian Pottery Pavone Iris Cake Plate 15″ $34.99 |
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DERUTA ITALY Italian Pottery RICCO Salt Shaker & Pepper $35.00 |
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Deruta Italy Italian Majolica Pottery Utensil Holder 6″ $17.99 |
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Deruta Italy Italian Pottery Ricco Lasagne Style Bowl $39.99 |
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ZACCAGNINI FLORAL PLANTER ITALY ITALIAN POTTERY VINTAGE $85.49 |
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Italy Italian ART Pottery Vase Bitossi Raymor Netter $99.00 |
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ITALY ITALIAN MID CENTURY EAMES ART POTTERY PITCHER WOW $9.95 |
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2 SEBELIN ART DECO DOGS HORNS ITALIAN POTTERY ZSZ ITALY $824.99 |
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ITALY FRUIT ART POTTERY MAJOLICA ITALIAN MID-CENTURY $80.99 |
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Capodimonte Italy – Italian Pottery – Porcelain FLOWERS $7.00 |
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Hollywood Regency Italian Art Pottery Pr Monkeys Italy $49.00 |
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VTG ITALIAN ART POTTERY SPAGHETTI DOGS POLKA DOTS ITALY $148.49 |
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VINTAGE ITALY – ITALIAN POTTERY PLANTER/FLOWER POT $3.99 |
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italian pottery, napkin holder,italy $21.00 |
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Art Pottery Pitcher AS IS – Monteluce Italy Italian $19.99 |
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ITALIAN ITALY POTTERY MUG 4″ TWIST HANDLE /DRINKING MAN $9.99 |
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Italy Italian Majolica Pottery Pasta Bowl & Lid New 2pc $29.99 |
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Deruta Italy Italian Majolica Pottery Ricco Pasta Bowl $39.99 |
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Vintage Italian Art Glass Pottery Vase Italy BL440 Gold $0.99 |
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Deruta Italy Italian Pottery Raffaellesco Pasta Bowl $32.99 |
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Deruta Italy Italian Pottery Ricco Cracker Tray 11″ New $19.99 |
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Nice Pottery Vase Italy Colorful Italian Woman & Design $9.99 |
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4 Vintage Italian Terracotta Art Pottery Bowls ITALY $24.99 |
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LARGE VINTAGE ITALY ITALIAN ART CERAMIC POTTERY LAMP~NR $95.00 |
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Bitossi Italy Italian Art Pottery JAR Raymor Netter Era $195.00 |
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Italian Pottery Bowl LEMON Ceramiche Egizia Italy $9.99 |
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*Vintage*ITALY POTTERY*Floral*PLANTERS*Small*ITALIAN* $6.50 |
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Made in Italy Italian Pottery Coffee Tea Cups $7.99 |
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Deruta Italy Italian Pottery Raffaellesco Pastry Tray $19.99 |
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Deruta Italy Italian Pottery Ricco Pedestal Cake Stand $29.99 |
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Deruta Italy Italian Majolica Pottery Pedestal Bowl New $19.99 |
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Italy Italian Majolica Pottery Raffaellesco Spoon Rest $9.99 |
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Majolica Italy Pottery Plate Orange Lemon Dish Italian $2.99 |
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ITALIAN POTTERY Geometrico GARDEN WALL PLAQUE Italy $9.97 |
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Bitossi Italy Pottery Ceramic Italian Ceramica Brown $11.96 |
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Taomrina San Marino Lava Italy Ceramic Pottery Italian $11.96 |
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BALDELLI ITALIAN POTTERY BOWL RETRO ERA ITALY MAJOLICA $19.99 |
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Italian Pottery Dish made in Italy pottery $0.99 |
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Vintage Italian Pottery Double Dish Floral ITALY $0.99 |
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Italy Italian Majolica Pottery Baking Bowl 6″ Tuscany $14.99 |
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Italy Italian Majolica Pottery Pasta Bowl Limoni 13″ $29.99 |
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Italy Italian Majolica Pottery Ricco Scroll Spoon Rest $9.99 |
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Deruta Italy Italian Majolica Pottery Tray 14.5″ New $24.99 |
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Italy Italian Majolica Pottery Lemon Olive Serving Tray $14.99 |
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Vintage Mid Century Italian Pottery Lamp Italy $34.99 |
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Vintage ITALIAN Pottery – Lg DISH BOWL w shells – ITALY $9.99 |
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Vintage Italy Italian Art Pottery Lion Statue Sculpture $49.99 |
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vintage Italian Italy art pottery Charging Bull platter $14.99 |
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Vintage Italian Italy Boy Parrot Bird Figurine Pottery $29.99 |
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ITALY Caleca Silvia Painted ITALIAN Pottery Creamer $14.99 |
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ITALIAN BLUE RIMINI POTTERY CUBED BRICK VASE ITALY $19.99 |
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DERUTA ITALY ITALIAN POTTERY PASTA SOUP BOWL; RICCO NEW $19.99 |
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DERUTA ITALY ITALIAN POTTERY SIDE SALAD PLATE RICCO NEW $14.99 |
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DERUTA ITALY ITALIAN POTTERY DINNER PLATE; RICCO NEW $24.99 |
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VINTAGE 4 pc SET ITALIAN Art Pottery Italy Elbee BOWLS $69.99 |
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Deruta Italy Italian Majolica Pottery Ricco Pasta Bowl $32.99 |
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Deruta Italy Italian Pottery Ricco Horderve Tray Plate $19.99 |
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Deruta Italy Italian Pottery Ricco Coffee Cups Mugs (2) $23.99 |
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Italy GES Italian White Cutwork Ironstone Art Pottery $14.99 |
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Italian Rooster Teapot Italy Pottery Great Condition $5.99 |
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Italian Pottery Kingfisher Bird 7″ (Signed Italy) $18.99 |
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Deruta Italy Italian Pottery Pavone Iris Serving Dish $19.99 |
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VINTAGE ITALIAN ART POTTERY JESTER HARLEQUIN BOWL ITALY $76.49 |
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italy fantoni wallplate italian pottery signed marked $9.00 |
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SCHIAVON ITALY ITALIAN ART POTTERY EAMES ERA PLATE $43.00 |
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VIETRI Italian Pottery DOVE Wall PLAQUE ART TILE Italy $52.99 |
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DERUTA ITALY ITALIAN POTTERY RAFFAELLESCO GARLIC JAR $42.97 |
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DERUTA ITALY ITALIAN POTTERY KISS ME I’M A REPUBLICAN $19.97 |
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DERUTA ITALY Italian Pottery RED ORVIETO Egg Cup $9.97 |
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KEITH HARING DANCING MEN ITALIAN POTTERY BOWL ITALY $9.99 |
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Italian Pottery Deruta Ceramic Wine Coaster Italy D108M $26.00 |
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Italian Pottery Parrucca Ceramic Girl Wine Cup Italy $20.00 |
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Italian Pottery Creamer Umbria Ceramic Italy Lemons New $30.00 |
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Italian Pottery Ceramic Madonna Tile Italy Amalfi Mary $9.00 |
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Italian Pottery Deruta Coaster Raffaellesco Italy New $28.00 |
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Italy Italian Art Pottery Tall Pitcher Jug green white $6.99 |
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ITALY DONKEY/CART HAT ITALIAN POTTERY MAJOLICA VINTAGE $80.99 |
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ITALY ART POTTERY BASKET ITALIAN MAJOLICA VINTAGE HP $49.99 |
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VINTAGE PAIR FIGURAL ITALIAN ART POTTERY SPOONS ITALY $69.99 |
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ANTIQUE ZSZ ITALIAN ART POTTERY CANDELABRA ROSES ITALY $58.49 |
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Italy Italian Majolica Pottery Pasta Salad Floral Bowl $24.99 |
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Deruta Italy Italian Pottery Ricco Large Coffee Mugs (2 $24.99 |
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Italy Italian Majolica Pottery Ricco Ruffled Wall Plate $24.99 |
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Italy Italian Majolica Pottery Ricco Cereal Soup Bowl $7.99 |
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*2* ITALY ITALIAN POTTERY BASKET LARGE~SMAL $0.99 |
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2 TUSCAN ITALY ITALIAN POTTERY FRUIT PAINTING PRINT SET $24.99 |
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2 TUSCAN ITALY ITALIAN POTTERY FRUIT PAINTINGS PRINTS! $14.99 |
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18″ Italian Pottery table centerpiece Ardalt Italy 5337 $19.99 |
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HAND PAINTED ITALIAN ITALY FOLK ART GIRL POTTERY VASE $43.70 |
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DERUTA ITALY Italian Pottery RICCO SQUARE PLATE ITALY $46.99 |
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TUSCAN SUNFLOWER Italian Pottery SOAP Pump ITALY $35.97 |
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DERUTA ITALY Italian Pottery SIGNED RAFFAELLESCO VASE $16.97 |
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DERUTA ITALY ITALIAN POTTERY ITALIAN’S FOR OBAMA TILE $19.97 |
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DERUTA ITALY ITALIAN POTTERY RAFFAELLESCO CANDLE HOLDER $21.97 |
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DERUTA ITALY ITALIAN POTTERY RAFFAELLESCO PASTA BOWL $49.97 |
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Deruta Orvieto Napkin Holder from Italy Deruta Collezione – Orvieto Scalloped Napkin Holder. The lovely Galletto Orvieto Rooster Scalloped Napkin Holder Letter Holder. Galletto Orvieto is a pattern that originated during the Renaissance in the hill top town of Orvieto Italy and inspired by the paintings of animals on Italian Majolica. A quaint, charming provincial pattern that features a Galletto Rooster that symbolizes blessings, prosp… |
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Handmade Alcantara Latte Cup with Saucer From Italy $53.00 Our Umbria Collection is from a small, hill town near Assisi. This small family factory has been making ceramics for generations. The pieces in each collection can be mixed together for a lovely table display or as decoration for a room…. |
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Handmade Alcantara Oval Dish From Italy $46.00 Our Umbria Collection is from a small, hill town near Assisi. This small, family factory has been making ceramics for generations. The pieces in each collection can be mixed together for a lovely table display or decoration for a room…. |
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Handpainted Italian Ceramic Table Lamp $165.00 Handmade in Daruta, Italy, this off-white ceramic has a handpainted yellow and blue griffin and is topped with a fluted light blue fabric shade…. |
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Italian Handpainted Colorful Ceramic Table Lamp $445.00 Handcrafted in Tuscany, this ceramic handled wine cask is painted in the traditional pattern and colors that Italian region is so well-known for…. |
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Handmade Antipasti Wine Bottle Cooler with Grapes From Italy $43.00 This wine cooler is great for parties or small get-togethers – this piece can also be used as a vase. 8.5″ height…. |
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I Coloniali Perfumed Candle In Terra Cotta Bowl 3.5 Oz. From Italy I Coloniali Perfumed Candle In Terra Cotta Bowl With Lid 3.5 Oz. From Italy. Beautifully packaged in an Italian terra cotta bowl with lid and delicately perfumed with I. Coloniali’s signature scent…. |
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Italian Glass: Murano Milan 1930-1970 : The Collection of the Steinberg Foundation (Art & Design) $38.91 A fundamental re-appraisal of Italian glass – largely synonymous with glass from Murano – has been made in recent years. The mass of technically perfect, colourful knick-knacks and “ornamental glass” objects which flooded the market over a long period, obscured the works of lasting value in which the artistic substance of Italian glass art is manifested. This volume provides a critical analysis of… |
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Hardstones: The Gilbert Collection $15.05 This lavishly illustrated book examines the magnificent collection of hardstone mosaics formed by Sir Arthur Gilbert and discusses the development of mosaics in semiprecious stones…. |
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Dino Martens: Muraneser Glas-Designer 1922-1963. Werkverzeichnis $95.00 This book is designed to facilitate assured attribution of glass to Dino Martens via designs from and techniques. This is the definitive catalogue of Dino Martens’ work in glass. Text in English and German…. |