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Quantity
8 sold
4 available
Item Number
233295862883
Country/Region of Manufacture
United States
Pages
368
Subject
Books on Collecting
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For the first time in the English language, this important book explores the subject of mother-of-pearl (MOP) production and art in depth, and includes over 5,000 photographs of MOP artifacts. The project was undertaken with the express purpose of recording as much information on the historic use of mother-of-pearl, before this information is lost for good. Classifications by use, age, origin, and size make this an indispensable reference for collectors, historians, and tradespeople alike. Mother-of-pearl has been part of humanity's aesthetics for thousands of years, but it was only in the 19th century that artisans reached their height of creativity, producing amazing decorative utilitarian items, presentation pieces, and artwork. This luminous, beautiful, natural material captured the imagination of the public and enjoyed great popularity throughout the 19th century.
It's nice to see these rare and seldom seen objects in one place. They are ... It's nice to see these rare and seldom seen objects in one place. They are interesting and unusual, and the book shows so many beautiful things that were made from the shells. Just to think about the laborers that made them, and how talented the artists were at that time period, is astonishing.
