Publisher's Synopsis
The period 1820-1860 is at last becoming recognised as one of the most fascinating for the collector of England's past treasures. Set between the formal classicism of the Regency and the profusion of later Victoriana, it offers an incomparable range of antiques available to the discerning collector. This book is a reliable and comprehensive guide to the antiques of this period. An immense range is covered including furniture, glass, ceramics, metal wares, textiles and countless smaller treasures. Extensive details are given for each piece to aid identification and valuing. This is an invaluable and highly illustrated guide to the rich variety of beautiful late Georgian and early Victorian treasures available to the collector.
