Old Sheffield Plate: Its Technique And History, As Illustrated In A Single Private Collection (1918)

By Mrs Julia Whittemore Torrey

Book Overview

Old Sheffield Plate: Its Technique And History, As Illustrated In A Single Private Collection is a book written by Julia Whittemore Torrey in 1918. The book is a comprehensive guide to the technique and history of Old Sheffield Plate, a type of silver-plated metalware that was popular in the 18th and 19th centuries. The author explores the origins of Old Sheffield Plate, its manufacturing process, and its various styles and designs. The book also features a detailed description of a single private collection of Old Sheffield Plate, which serves as an example of the various types of pieces that were produced during this period. The collection includes items such as tea sets, candlesticks, and serving trays, all of which are beautifully illustrated in the book. Old Sheffield Plate: Its Technique And History is a valuable resource for collectors, historians, and anyone interested in the history and development of silver-plated metalware.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166303276
• ISBN13: 9781166303273
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 0.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 7.5" x 9.3"