Author: Peter Bohan
Publisher: Wesleyan University Press
ISBN: 9780819568489
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
The preeminent study of Connecticut’s silvercraft, back in print with a new introduction
Early Connecticut Silver, 1700–1840
Author: Peter Bohan
Publisher: Wesleyan University Press
ISBN: 9780819568489
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
The preeminent study of Connecticut’s silvercraft, back in print with a new introduction
Publisher: Wesleyan University Press
ISBN: 9780819568489
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
The preeminent study of Connecticut’s silvercraft, back in print with a new introduction
Early Silver of Connecticut and Its Makers
Author: George Munson Curtis
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 172
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 172
Book Description
Early Silver of Connecticut and Its Makers (Classic Reprint)
Author: George Munson Curtis
Publisher: Forgotten Books
ISBN: 9781333835712
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 174
Book Description
Excerpt from Early Silver of Connecticut and Its Makers In the eighteenth century the colonist had greater wealth, and life had become more formal, and luxury more common. As a result, the Silversmith had increased the variety Of his manufactures, and used more elaborate designs, although he still clung to a simplicity of line and form that was characteristic of all early industrial art in America. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Publisher: Forgotten Books
ISBN: 9781333835712
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 174
Book Description
Excerpt from Early Silver of Connecticut and Its Makers In the eighteenth century the colonist had greater wealth, and life had become more formal, and luxury more common. As a result, the Silversmith had increased the variety Of his manufactures, and used more elaborate designs, although he still clung to a simplicity of line and form that was characteristic of all early industrial art in America. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
American Silversmiths and Their Marks
Author: Stephen G. C. Ensko
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486147045
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
"So thoroughly is the American ethos embodied in the works of American silversmiths that it has given to their product a typical identity and it never can be mistaken for that of any other country." — Charles Messer Stow in the Introduction. Forsaking the flourishes and ornamentation favored by their European contemporaries, early American gold- and silver smiths pioneered a new American aesthetic sensibility in creating for their well-heeled clients finely worked, luxurious metalware for the table, which was marked by a simplicity and forthrightness of design. These accomplished artisans have left us not only a stunning legacy of priceless silverware but also an opportunity to examine the culture, lifestyle, and values — in short, the developing ethos — of young America. For social and cultural historians as well as Americana buffs, the study of silversmithing in this book will provide a unique perspective on a spirited new nation. For serious connoisseurs of American gold and silver ware, silver dealer Stephen G. C. Ensko's American Silversmiths and Their Marks is a rich and definitive directory. Ensko has compiled an exhaustive list of over 3,000 gold- and silversmiths working between the years 1650 and 1850. Biographical details and location of their shops are given wherever possible. Maps of the great metropolitan centers of smithing (Boston, New York, and Philadelphia) with shop locations noted are appended. Over 200 of the finest examples of the work of early American artisans are displayed in sharp, clear black-and-white photographs. Items include tankards, cups, candlesticks, sugar boxes, inkstands, tea sets, porringers, plus a pitcher, sauce dish, teapot, and other works by famous New England patriot Paul Revere. The usefulness of this work is perhaps most apparent in the practical listing of identifying marks associated with gold- and silversmiths. With over 3,000 entries, this feature alone renders American Silversmiths and Their Marks indispensable to enthusiasts interested in tracking down and identifying antique pieces.
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486147045
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
"So thoroughly is the American ethos embodied in the works of American silversmiths that it has given to their product a typical identity and it never can be mistaken for that of any other country." — Charles Messer Stow in the Introduction. Forsaking the flourishes and ornamentation favored by their European contemporaries, early American gold- and silver smiths pioneered a new American aesthetic sensibility in creating for their well-heeled clients finely worked, luxurious metalware for the table, which was marked by a simplicity and forthrightness of design. These accomplished artisans have left us not only a stunning legacy of priceless silverware but also an opportunity to examine the culture, lifestyle, and values — in short, the developing ethos — of young America. For social and cultural historians as well as Americana buffs, the study of silversmithing in this book will provide a unique perspective on a spirited new nation. For serious connoisseurs of American gold and silver ware, silver dealer Stephen G. C. Ensko's American Silversmiths and Their Marks is a rich and definitive directory. Ensko has compiled an exhaustive list of over 3,000 gold- and silversmiths working between the years 1650 and 1850. Biographical details and location of their shops are given wherever possible. Maps of the great metropolitan centers of smithing (Boston, New York, and Philadelphia) with shop locations noted are appended. Over 200 of the finest examples of the work of early American artisans are displayed in sharp, clear black-and-white photographs. Items include tankards, cups, candlesticks, sugar boxes, inkstands, tea sets, porringers, plus a pitcher, sauce dish, teapot, and other works by famous New England patriot Paul Revere. The usefulness of this work is perhaps most apparent in the practical listing of identifying marks associated with gold- and silversmiths. With over 3,000 entries, this feature alone renders American Silversmiths and Their Marks indispensable to enthusiasts interested in tracking down and identifying antique pieces.
American Silver of the XVII & XVIII Centuries
Author: Alphonso Trumpbour Clearwater
Publisher:
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Category : Silverwork
Languages : en
Pages : 398
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Silverwork
Languages : en
Pages : 398
Book Description
Old-time New England
Author: Society for the Preservation of New England Antiquities
Publisher:
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Category : Historic buildings
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
Publisher:
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Category : Historic buildings
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
Early Silver of Connecticut and Its Makers
Author: George Munson Curtis
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789354008269
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 166
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789354008269
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 166
Book Description
Writings on American History
Author:
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Category : America
Languages : en
Pages : 234
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Publisher:
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Category : America
Languages : en
Pages : 234
Book Description
Historical and Genealogical Works
Author: Daughters of the American Revolution. Library
Publisher:
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Category : United States
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : United States
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
Early American Arts and Crafts from the Earliest Times to 1810
Author: University of Oregon. School of Architecture and Allied Arts
Publisher:
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Category : Decorative arts
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Decorative arts
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description