Historic Silver of the Colonies and Its Makers - Francis Hill Bigelow - Bog

Historic Silver of the Colonies and Its Makers is a book written by Francis Hill Bigelow that explores the history of silver-making in the American colonies. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the various silver pieces that were produced during the colonial period, including plates, cups, spoons, and other decorative items. Bigelow also delves into the lives of the craftsmen who created these pieces, including their backgrounds, training, and techniques. The book includes detailed descriptions and photographs of many of the most significant pieces of colonial silver, as well as information about their historical context and significance. Overall, Historic Silver of the Colonies and Its Makers is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of American silver-making and the colonial period. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives and work of the craftsmen who created these beautiful and important pieces of American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.