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It is a beautiful example of the work done by late dates around 1800s. If you want indepth information on antique copper and brass, im afraid youre going to have to go the money. Pair of vintage copper over iron american indian chief. Folio of three original color lithographs, printed by maeght of paris, sam francis, joan mitchell, and walasse ting, size 22 x 15 inch, published by carnegie institute museum of art, 1973, lithographs are loose as issued by the publisher. Antique copper book by mary frank gaston thriftbooks. Navy and later was a culinary artist, caning flowers and birds from fruits and vegetables as decoration for. Antique brass and copper by mary frank gaston alibris. Coppersmithing books an impressive selection of books and.
Kauffman this is the fascinating story of how these important early products were made and used, ranging from the simple tin pot to an elaborate brass chandelier. Antique copper paperback july 1, 1985 by mary frank gaston author. The beauty and functionality of copper has been with us since its earliest discovery which was about 9000 bc. Pair of vintage copper over iron american indian chief bookends, status.
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Books by mary frank gaston author of gastons blue willow. The back is signed dal and has a textured pattern of circular shape on it. Frank finney was born royland frank smith finney, may 14, 1947 in cornwall, england. Sep 06, 2008 antique copper by mary frank gaston 1 edition first published in 1985 not in library. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. The book covers items used in the kitchen, living room, and bedroom.
Series of antique copper plate engravings of fowl, from the. Fowl, 1790s all antique art supplied by is genuine and comes with a certificate of authenticity. Mary frank gaston is the author of books such as collectors encyclopedia of. Clicking on the thumbnail picture of any item gives you a larger picture of that item. Mary frank gaston s study of antiques began during the mid1960s when she and her husband lived in new england which is so rich in our nations history. The blade has a serrated top edge for cutting and a beveled bottom edge for serving. These antique bookends feature a woman on horseback. Antique copper by gaston, mary frank and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
Frank morton, 18621936 a wikipedia article about this author is available mcmurry, frank m. Price guide for gastons guide to chinese firecracker labels. Copper and its alloys from the winterthur collection. Small selection of early antique engravings featuring domestic fowl, each engraving is in the original black and white state, they are sharp, clear and of good. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Vintage or antique cast metal bookend with joan of arc on horseback on the front. Antique copper by mary frank frank gaston, paperback. Antique cast iron angelus doorstop bookend call to prayer antique cast iron book ends the angelus call to prayer c. This is a stunning aesthetic movement example of this form.
Mary frank gastons study of antiques began during the. Book early american copper, tin and brass by henry j kauffman. Finneys father, herman david finney, of native american heritage, was born in fredericksburg, virginia. Booth 72 at copper country antiques is filled with books and other items perfect to build your library at home, or office. The shaped handle is engraved with a scene of ivy with a cartouche at the top engraved with a ejl monogram. A deluxe reference book featuring 436 photos in full color with 168 different marks.