An illustrated guide to the profitable art of shell cameo cutting. Contents include: Drawing designs - Tools - Shell cutting - Carving - Various processes - Marketing etc. Originally published in 1890. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this book now in an affordable, high-quality, modern edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of jewellery and jewellery making.

A brief overview of Orchids as they were collected and grown in the late 19th century.

This is a brief illustrated primer on Greek Portrait paintings. The discussion revolves around portraits found in ancient burial sites.

Joseph Mallord William Turner was English artist, one of the greatest and most original of all landscape painters. Turner was considered a controversial figure in his day, but is now regarded as the artist who elevated landscape painting to an eminence rivaling history painting. Although renowned for his oil paintings, Turner is also one of the greatest masters of British watercolor landscape painting. In 1856 the Court of Chancery awarded all the works remaining in his possession at his d...

A comprehensive and informative look at Victorian jewellery, split into three eras - 'The Early Victorian, or Romantic Period (1837-60)', 'The Mid-Victorian, or Grand Period (1860-85)' and 'The Late Victorian, or Aesthetic Period (1885-1901)', each accompanied by extensive photographic illustrations. This fascinating work is thoroughly recommended for inclusion on the bookshelf of anyone interested in Victorian jewellery.

Of historical interest to gardening enthusiasts and historians this topiary gardening guide gives practical advice as well as a fascinating account of topiary through the ages.Topiary, the art of trimming hedges, shrubs, and trees into ornamental shapes, is perhaps the most distinct and fascinating branch of landscape horticulture. Its best known example, the palace gardens of Versailles, stands as a splendid monument to perfection, but today many a finely clipped ...

This antiquarian volume comprises a comprehensive guide to growing figs under glass, with information on cropping, common problems, pests and diseases, pruning, watering, and everything else needed for successful growing. Written in clear, plain language and full of handy tips and useful infromation, this text constitutes a must-read for anyone interested in growing figs under glass, and it would make for a great addition to collections of allied literature. The chapters of this book inclu...

This is a brief description of early watchmaking in a factory setting written during the mid nineteenth century when the master watchmaker was fast being displaced.

Brilliant detective Mycroft Holmes—Sherlock's older brother—tackles cases beyond life and death in this reimagining of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's classic mystery series.When London grows stifling, Mycroft Holmes and his assistant, Sydney Silchester, flee to the English countryside. They rent a charming little house whose sprawling garden boasts a pond, trees, sculpture—and an irresistible mystery. When a dead man is found in the backyard, sitting in the carved throne...

This vintage book contains a interesting and informative treatise on long case clocks, being a detailed account of the history and development of these marvellous clocks complete with pictures and details of some of the most famous examples. This comprehensive and accessible guide will be of considerable utility to collectors and antique dealers, and it would make for a wonderful addition to collections of allied literature. Many antiquarian books such as this are increasingly rare and exp...

A detailed treatise on wood carving, including practical tips for amateurs, and a short history of the art.Containing invaluable information on tools and techniques, as well as a myriad other handy tips and detailed diagrams, this text is perfect for those with little or no experience and makes for a great addition to collections of woodworking literature.Chapters include:On the Choice of WoodsOn Fixing the WorkOn First Ste...

This vintage book contains a comprehensive handbook on collecting copper and brass items, with information on value, where to find them , cleaning and maintaining, recognising fakes, and more. “Collecting Copper and Brass” has been elected for modern reproduction due to its timeless educational value, and constitutes a must-have for the serious collector. Contents include: “Metal Work”, “Copper and Its Alloys”, “Mining and Manufacture”, “Copper Alloys—Composition and Uses”, “Countries in W...