This beautiful book showcases hundreds of figural silver items that were used for many purposes during the luxurious Gilded Age. These endearing and sometimes whimsical designs, shown in nearly 600 color photos, include accoutrements for the dining room, the writing desk, the sewing room, the nursery, and much more. Among the items shown and described are spoons, tea balls, napkin rings, inkwells, pens and pencils, matchsafes, cigar cutters, thimbles, chatelaines, belt buckles, and baby rattles. Historical background plus valuable information on manufacturing techniques and marks is also included. With values provided in the captions and an extensive bibliography, this is a wonderful book for new and experienced collectors of figural silver novelties.
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Deborah Crosby teaches art in Westchester County, New York. She previously authored Victorian Pencils: Tools to Jewels* for Schiffer Publishing and is the mother of two daughters.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Inspired to collect !,
By A. H. Yuro (New York) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Silver Novelties in The Gilded Age: 1870-1910 (Hardcover)
This book is written in such a way that both novice and expert collectors will learn a great deal about silver. It offers both history and culture to the reader. The author makes it impossible to put the book down. "Silver Novelties in The Gilded Age" by Deb Crosby has inspired me to collect!...
3.0 out of 5 stars
Great pictures but not a lot of info.,
This review is from: Silver Novelties in The Gilded Age: 1870-1910 (Hardcover)
I got this book for christmas. I have been wanting a new book on sterling silver since I am advancing my collection. I liked the many pictures in this book and it was intriging. I found several new ideas for what type of pieces I would like to add to my collection but I was dissappointed with what little information this book provides. If you are looking for a good read this isn't the right book, this is more of a photo/price guide for silver novelties.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Loads of Luxe,
By JJ "history hound" (Louisville, KY) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Silver Novelties in The Gilded Age: 1870-1910 (Hardcover)
The only thing I wish was included in this book were more ordinary items the average collector mught come upon.Outside of that, the presentation, the color pages, and the written information is very detailed and sure to please.
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