American Pewter (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258222253)

American Pewter is a comprehensive guide to the history, production, and identification of American pewter. Written by John Barrett Kerfoot, an expert in the field, the book covers the origins of pewter in America, the development of the industry, and the different types of pewter produced. The book is organized into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of American pewter. The first section provides an overview of the history of pewter in America, including its introduction by European settlers and its evolution into a thriving industry. The second section explores the various types of pewter produced in America, including the different alloys used and the various forms and styles of pewterware. The third section of the book is devoted to the identification of American pewter, with detailed information on markings, hallmarks, and other identifying features. This section also includes a comprehensive glossary of terms and a guide to pewter restoration and care. Throughout the book, Kerfoot provides detailed descriptions and photographs of pewter pieces from various periods and regions, making it an invaluable resource for collectors, historians, and anyone interested in American decorative arts. With its thorough research and expert analysis, American Pewter is a must-have reference for anyone interested in this fascinating and important aspect of American material culture.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.

Author: John Barrett Kerfoot
ISBN-10: 1258222256
ISBN-13: 9781258222253
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 12/08/2011
Pages: 386
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.60lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.88d