Scholarly directory of over 3000 early American silversmiths, 1650-1850, and their identifying marks. Perfect reference work for collectors. Biographical detail, shop locations given, plus 226 examples of silversmith's art in photographs. Introduction. Maps. Bibliography.
Masterpieces of Italian Decorative Ironwork by Augusto Pedrini Five centuries of superb ironwork designs by Italian masters encompass both simple and elaborate ornamentation for doors, windows, gates, balconies, stairs, and other architectural features. 172 black-and-white illustrations.
The Curious Lore of Precious Stones by George Frederick Kunz Definitive study of the magical abilities of precious stones. Wide range of sources — Greek, Latin documents, medieval lapidaries, Eddas, Egyptian writings, Oriental books, the Bible. 65 plates, 8 in color.
Wrought Iron and Its Decorative Use by Maxwell Ayrton, Arnold Silcock Superb treasury presents an informative survey of wrought iron throughout England with illustrations of gates, railings, screens, and other elaborately rendered works. 239 black-and-white illustrations.
Treasury of Ironwork Designs: 469 Examples from Historical Sources by Carol Belanger Grafton Elaborately wrought designs for gates, fences, finials, banisters, window grilles, bedsteads, cathedral screens, other architectural and decorative appointments, Gothic to Art Nouveau — meticulously rendered in black-and-white drawings reprinted from vintage publications.
Precious Stones, Vol. 1 by Max Bauer This classic study begins with a general analysis of precious stones followed by descriptions of their cutting and mounting. The remainder of this volume focuses on the diamond. 52 figures.
