Glass Works at SOFA Chicago 2012
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Chicago: If you are a lover of glass art, then this year´s SOFA Chicago is definitely a not-to-be-missed fair. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the American Studio Glass Movement, the SOFA organization has brought together high quality glass objects produced by top class glass artists and artisans from around the world. Photos courtesy: SOFA Chicago.
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