This highly popular and most useful book is intended for the discriminating browser, collector and enthusiast with a flair for finding unique and valuable pieces. Its intention is to fill in the basic facts so that triumphant discovery may remain lasting pleasure. Therle Hughes places great emphasis on the decorative quality of a piece, encouraging the collector to learn to recognise purposeful design, beautiful craftsmanship and worthy materials. The subjects chosen are among the most decorative small antiques to be found, ...
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This highly popular and most useful book is intended for the discriminating browser, collector and enthusiast with a flair for finding unique and valuable pieces. Its intention is to fill in the basic facts so that triumphant discovery may remain lasting pleasure. Therle Hughes places great emphasis on the decorative quality of a piece, encouraging the collector to learn to recognise purposeful design, beautiful craftsmanship and worthy materials. The subjects chosen are among the most decorative small antiques to be found, from scent bottles to compendiums, to flower-strewn inkstands and brass candlesticks. All have inherent beauty, and some a lasting financial value. One other consideration has decided the author's choice of subject - the small but vivid contributions these items make to our view of the past. She delights in obvious china fruits and vegetables just as in the newly-discovered delicacy of the late-Regency vinaigrette, and calls to her aid all the resources of 18th century gaiety to identify the lesser-known glasses that once dressed the Georgian dessert. Therle Hughes' enthusiasm for her subject and wealth of knowledge makes this a highly enjoyable yet practical guide to small antiques.
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Bridlington,
EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE,
UNITED KINGDOM
$1.02
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