| Antique Boxes, Tea Caddies, & Society: 1700-1880 Contributor(s): Clarke, Antigone (Author), O'Kelly, Joseph (Author) |
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ISBN: 0764356216 ISBN-13: 9780764356216 Publisher: Schiffer Publishing OUR PRICE: $85.50 Product Type: Hardcover Published: December 2018 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Antiques & Collectibles | Kitchenware |
| Physical Information: 1.5" H x 9.3" W x 12.2" (5.50 lbs) 384 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The charm of this remarkable book is overwhelming, in which antique boxes and tea caddies--along with the people who inspired, made, and used them--dance gracefully through the pages. The reader is guided through the aesthetic, cultural, and social influences of the years covered, accumulating a deep understanding of the form, decoration, and purpose of 18th- and 19th-century boxes. The extensive text covers wooden, tortoiseshell, ivory, papier-m ch , and lacquer boxes. There are chapters on Anglo-Indian, Scottish, Irish, Penwork, Straw work, and Tunbridge ware boxes, as well as on boxes made for special purposes. Captions include complete descriptions, values, and circa dates for all boxes shown. The 1,000 plus images include original drawings, magnificent photographs of complete pieces, and close-ups illustrating the structure and decoration of boxes. This is an indispensable companion for box collectors and reflects fascinating information about cultural forces that shaped the 18th and 19th centuries. |
Contributor Bio(s): Clarke, Antigone: - Joseph and Antigone live in an old part of London, close to the heart of traditional cabinet making. There is a wealth of material relating to their chosen fields in libraries, museums, and homes easily accessible to them. |