A HISTORY OF CAPE SILVER 1700-1870. With David Heller the collection of Cape silver amounts to a passion. For the three years which it has taken him to compile this remarkable work he has become so absorbed in his subject that he can be said to have lived with the Cape silversmiths of the 18th and early 19th centuries. A full and comprehensive work 276 pages of detailed and expansive text.
Frontispiece plus 90 further illustrations, protected by tissue guards. Précis of list of Silversmiths and Guide to their marks is included. Original black buckram with silver lettering to front cover with candlestick vignette. Signed by Heller on title page. The dust jacket though has some wear and tear to the rear panel.
- Jacket Condition: Fair
- Binding Condition: Good
- Overall Condition: Good
- Size: 225 x 280mm
- Sold By: Mantis Books
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- Country: South Africa
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