An Illustrated Dictionary of Silverware($59.07Value)

Description

Identifies articles, styles, methods, and makers of silverware, from Great Britain since 1500, and from North America since Colonial times Newman has provided a valuable addition to the literature on silver treasures and collectibles. Abundantly illustrated with fine examples relating to the detailed text, this dictionary combines historical information about various terms, techniques, and major designers/makers with descriptive entries of common and unique silver objects used for domestic, religious, and commemorative purposes. Citations cover British and North American objects from 1500 to the present and include bibliographic sources for selected entries when appropriate. Recommended for most libraries, especially those emphasizing the decorative arts. Stephen Allan Patrick, East Tennessee State Univ. Lib., Johnson City Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.