£7.50
Title: A Dictionary of Marks-Metalwork Furniture Ceramics
Author: Margaret Macdonald-Taylor
Publisher : The Connoisseur
Publication: c1965
Format: Hardback
Condition: Covers are very good with light scuffing to bottom edge. The dust jacket is a little tatty to edges but still complete. Pages are clean and mark free and full of makers marks.
Book measures: 21.5cm x 14cm with 318 pages
1 in stock
Margaret Macdonald-Taylor’s “A Dictionary of Marks” serves as an invaluable reference for anyone interested in identifying and understanding the intricate world of hallmarks and maker’s marks. This comprehensive guide systematically deciphers the symbols, monograms, and stamps found on various decorative arts, including ceramics, silver and furniture.
The book provides detailed explanations of how these marks indicate origin, maker, date, and quality, making it an essential tool for collectors, dealers, and researchers. Macdonald-Taylor’s meticulous research helps to clarify often-confusing systems of identification, offering clear illustrations and organized entries. It’s a fundamental resource that unlocks the hidden stories within marked objects, enabling readers to trace their history and authenticity with confidence and precision.
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