The world's leading expert examines the best examples of the art of the goldsmith throughout Europe. Public, private and royal collections from all over the world have co-operated with the extensive and detailed research which has produced what has come to be recognised as the standard work on the subject. The materials used, techniques employed and the artistic skill required is discussed.
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A. Kenneth Snowman is chairman of the family firm Wartski, which has been appointed to the royal family since the time of Queen Mary. A former preseident of BADA, he is a Liveryman of the Goldsmiths' Company.
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Vendeur : Bailgate Books Ltd, Doncaster, Royaume-Uni
Hardcover. Etat : Near Fine. Etat de la jaquette : Near Fine. First Edition. Size: 12" x 11" approx. Crisp clean unclipped dust-jacket, fresh covers with gilt lettering on spine, sound binding, clean pages and end-papers. Light shelf-wear on upper edge of dust-jacket. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 3-4kg. ISBN: 1851490728. ISBN/EAN: 9781851490721. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 19816102323. All our books are sent by tracked mail. This book is heavier than 1kg, and may incur additional delivery charges on some delivery services to some locations. N° de réf. du vendeur 19816102323
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Vendeur : Collectablesbooks, Hilleroed, Danemark
Hardcover. Etat : Fine. Etat de la jaquette : Fine. A rare book in near perfect condition, despite 50 Years of age! No markings or inscriptions, dustcover in near perfect condition. 500 pages, Hardcover, 750 pictures, 135 in colour. Gold boxes were some of the most luxurious items in eighteenth century Europe, presented as gifts to friends and lovers, and by monarchs to ambassadors and courtiers. With various intricate designs, these boxes were used to hold powdered tobacco or sweets and bonbons and were considered an essential fashion item. Kenneth Snowman provides a study of these boxes, looking at the materials and techniques and at the differences in style from French, English, Berliner, Swiss and Russian boxes, as well as boxes from smaller workshops around Europe. This book is in Denmark. N° de réf. du vendeur ABE-1769948243194
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Vendeur : Haymes Bookdealers, Kingscliff, NSW, Australie
Hardcover. Etat : Fine. Etat de la jaquette : Fine. Very light scratch on top edge, nothing alarming; 266 X 0 X 298 millimeters; 500 pages. N° de réf. du vendeur F7745
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Vendeur : O.o.l.p., Torino, TO, Italie
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Vendeur : WeBuyBooks, Rossendale, LANCS, Royaume-Uni
Etat : Very Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. N° de réf. du vendeur rev2188522016
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