Nelson Dawson — Goldsmiths&Apos; and Silversmiths&Apos; Work

London, Methuen and Co. 1907. First edition. Cloth. Uncommon first edition of this large paper volume dedicated to the work of goldsmiths and silversmiths by Nelson Dawson. The first edition of this work, an uncommon volume. Seen in the original publisher's cloth both red and green variants.Nelson Dawson explores the history and techniques of silver work, dedicated to the exploration of the work of the artists and craftsmen, with chapters concerning the gold ore, the history of jewellery, mazers, and more. Featuring numerous illustrations both in text and in full page. In the original publisher's full cloth binding. Externally smart with minor shelf wear only, minor bumping to head and tail of spine and extremities. Previous ownership inscription to front free endpaper, dated 1921. Internally, firmly bound. Spotting to first and last few leaves, otherwise pages generally bright and clean throughout. Very Good . Ill.: Not Stated. Very Good .