English Enamel Boxes: From the Eighteenth to the Twentieth Centuries

English Enamel Boxes: From the Eighteenth to the Twentieth Centuries

by SusanBenjamin (Author)

Synopsis

Small and beautifully crafted, the small enamel box, or Battersea as it was widely known, is highly prized by antique collectors world-wide. Susan Benjamin traces its history from its origins in the 1740s through to modern-day incarnations. The enigmatic Battersea rarely carries any identifying marks, creating confusion for the would-be collector. Benjamin shows how pieces can be dated and sourced, revealing the characteristic traits of individual factories. With an enthusiastic yet scholarly text, accompanied by colour illustrations, the book is aimed at both the collector and the amateur enthusiast.

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Format: Hardcover
Pages: 128
Edition: New edition
Publisher: Little, Brown & Company
Published: 30 Jan 1978

ISBN 10: 0316909394
ISBN 13: 9780316909396

Author Bio
Susan Benjamin is an expert on both the history and the craft of the English Enamel Box, with over 20 years experience; her enthusiasm led her to revive the craft in England. She runs Halcyon Days in Mayfair, London, which uniquely specializes in both antique and modern enamels.