Over 70 brilliant artworks by the legendary William Spratling--adventurer, celebrity, and world-renowned silver artisan--are presented in this stunning centennial edition of the acclaimed Spratling Silver. An eagle's profile carved gracefully into the rosewood handle of a 1930s pitcher; the subtle essence of a sea animal in a classic brooch: the exquisite detail and splendor of such unique creations are showcased here in all their lustrous glory. Included are commentaries from Spratling's friends and contemporaries (the ...
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Over 70 brilliant artworks by the legendary William Spratling--adventurer, celebrity, and world-renowned silver artisan--are presented in this stunning centennial edition of the acclaimed Spratling Silver. An eagle's profile carved gracefully into the rosewood handle of a 1930s pitcher; the subtle essence of a sea animal in a classic brooch: the exquisite detail and splendor of such unique creations are showcased here in all their lustrous glory. Included are commentaries from Spratling's friends and contemporaries (the likes of Georgia O'Keeffe, who was photographed wearing one of his pins on her austere black dress), which paint an intimate portrait of the man instrumental in reviving Mexico's silver industry in the late 1920s. With 26 additional photographs, an expanded text, and a new hallmarks section with information for collectors, Spratling Silver is the only comprehensive volume to portray the full scope and beauty of William Spratling's treasures.
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Very Good. Very Good condition. Good dust jacket. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp.
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Very Good. 1991. First Edition. hardcover. Cloth, dj. Folio. 128 pp. Profusely illustrated. Mild shelf wear to dust jacket otherwise protected by acetate cover. Altogether a copy in Very Good condition. Very Good. (Subject: Antiquarian & Collecting).
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Used-G. Over 70 brilliant artworks by the legendary William Spratling--adventurer, celebrity, and world-renowned silver artisan--are presented in this stunning centennial edition of the acclaimed 'Spratling Silver. ' An eagle's profile carved gracefully into the rosewood handle of a 1930s pitcher; the subtle essence of a sea animal in a classic brooch: the exquisite detail and splendor of such unique creations are showcased here in all their lustrous glory. Included are commentaries from Spratling's friends and contemporaries (the likes of Georgia O'Keeffe, who was photographed wearing one of his pins on her austere black dress), which paint an intimate portrait of the man instrumental in reviving Mexico's silver industry in the late 1920s. With 26 additional photographs, an expanded text, and a new hallmarks section with information for collectors, 'Spratling Silver' is the only comprehensive volume to portray the full scope and beauty of William Spratling's treasures. This book is noticeably used and in good condition. Help support Orca Books Cooperative--Olympia's only Co-op Bookstore! Shelf wear on cover and/or edges. No dust cover.
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Near Fine in Near Fine jacket. Book 128 pages with 67 duotone illustrations. Minor rubbing to the dustjacket cover, otherwise fine. Preface by Sandraline Cederwall. Stamp Chronology by Edward Forcum. Bibliography.
