Old Glass and How to Collect it

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lewis, J. Sydney

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Old Glass and How to Collect It" by J. Sydney Lewis is a comprehensive guide on the history, identification, and appreciation of antique glassware, likely written in the early 20th century. This informative work seeks to educate collectors and enthusiasts about various types of old glass, from early English and Irish specimens to more elaborate 18th-century pieces. It serves not only as a collector's guide but also as a historical account of glass-making traditions and techniques throughout time. The opening of the book sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the origins and development of glass-making, tracing its history from ancient times through various cultures, particularly focusing on English glass. It begins with an intriguing anecdote about the discovery of glass and discusses its early uses, particularly in Egypt and Rome. The author provides insight into the craftsmanship behind glass-making, detailing the materials, techniques, and innovations that have shaped the industry over the centuries. This introduction establishes a rich historical context, preparing readers for the in-depth discussions on specific types of glass and collecting tips that follow in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

Introductory

Early English glass

Eighteenth-century glass

Memorial glasses

Bristol and Nailsea glass

Irish glass

Curious and freak glasses

Frauds and imitations

Some hints to collectors

Catalogue of prices of principal pieces of glass.

Credits:

Produced by Chris Curnow, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 58.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2016-08-06