antique reference book, old english glasses, hartshorne, history, victorian

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This is an antique reference book, Old English Glasses. An English language, bound historical title by Albert Hartshorne, published in the late Victorian period, 1897.

Full title: Old English Glasses. An Account of Glass Drinking Vessels in England, from Early Times to the End of the Eighteenth Century.

An English archaeologist, Albert Hartshorne (1839 - 1910) studied at Westminster School before seeking further education in France and Germany. A son of an antiquarian, Hartshorne was twice secretary of the Royal Archaeological Institute of Great Britain and Ireland, editor of the Archaeological Journal and a fellow of the Society of the Antiquaries of London.

• A large volume, intact with light ageing to pages
• Printed in English across 490 pages by Edward Arnold, London
• Full colour frontispiece protected with paper insert
• Fascinating typo to the initial title page - Old English Glasess
• Illustrated throughout with reproduction engravings
• Introduction to the subject with historical context from Ancient Egypt to 18th century France

This is a fascinating antique reference book by Albert Hartshorne 'Old English Glasses'. A comprehensive guide to the art of glassware in England with historical context on the subject. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 28cm (11'')
Max Depth: 7cm (2.75'')
Max Height: 35.5cm (14'')

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Antique Reference Book, Old English Glasses, Hartshorne, History, Victorian

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