| Fragrance Bottle Masterpieces Contributor(s): Ball, Joanne Dubbs (Author) |
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ISBN: 0887409857 ISBN-13: 9780887409851 Publisher: Schiffer Publishing OUR PRICE: $62.96 Product Type: Hardcover Published: January 1997 Annotation: A magnificent exploration of the history of the perfume bottle, illustrated with over 400 color photos. From dusty fragments found in Mesopotamian ruins, through the Middle Ages and the Victorian era, to the most resplendent examples of modern glassmaking, the art of the perfume bottle is celebrated. Major bottle designers and manufacturers are discussed along with parfumers who were instrumental in the growth of the industry in this century. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Crafts & Hobbies | Glass & Glassware - Antiques & Collectibles | Bottles |
| Dewey: 748 |
| LCCN: 96017243 |
| Physical Information: 1.14" H x 9.27" W x 12.31" (4.12 lbs) 256 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This magnificent new book explores the history of the perfume bottle, from dusty fragments found in Mesopotamian ruins, through the Middle Ages and the Victorian era, to the most resplendent examples of modern glassmaking. It even includes a Lalique bottle not yet released to the public Other major bottle designers and manufacturers are discussed-Stiegel, De Vilbliss, Baccarat, and Saint Gobain Desjonquere, to name a few-along with perfumers who were instrumental in the growth of the industry in this century, from Crown and Caron to Elizabeth Arden. In over 400 full-color photographs, this beautiful book shows the perfume containers (including miniatures, solids, advertising fans, and the gigantic display factice) that most entrance today's collectors. Includes current value guide, meticulous documentation, and glorious photographs. |