Engravings Glass Material 
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APRIL 10, 2024
The evolution of the champagne glass is much more complex and historically significant than a discussion of glass shape would at first imply. Shortly after, in 1674, the invention of lead glass by George Ravenscroft changed the art of glassmaking forever. These had simple, short stems and round, funnel-shaped bowls.
Artifactual History Appraisal
MAY 6, 2020
GLASS DECORATIVE ITEMS AND TABLEWARE/BARWARE: A. How to photograph so an expert can see: Cut glass versus pressed – hard to see in photos. Shoot a close up of bottom, there, look for these features: Pontil mark, which is where the glass blower would have attached his blow rod. Look for a fraction or number. Provenance Paint?
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AUGUST 26, 2024
Ancient Astrolabe Elaborately engraved and intricately designed, astrolabes were at the forefront of science in ancient times, as they connected curious stargazers to the world around them. Its simple arrangement of glass lenses to magnify objects was not too dissimilar to a pair of opera glasses.
Penrose Appraisals
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
The concept of "unity" also is helpful - does the form, the material, the detail of this object fit within the period, or the artisan? The best glassware, for example, is beautiful to look at, but it also can be used easily - either as a pitcher, a vase, a drinking glass, or other such object. Does this example "fit?"
Grays Antiques
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
The carved snake holds a later engraved silver heart, c.1880. Shell motifs , and decorative objects fashioned from shell and materials like Mother of Pearl offer a unique and whimsical expression of love, sure to make your sweetheart smile! Georgian pearl and 18 carat gold pendant centred with circular glass.
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JUNE 19, 2024
And Baroque changed as it traversed the globe, adapting to new environments, tastes, and materials. John Nash and the Prince of Wales (George IV) – English School, after, Brighton Pavilion, coloured engraving. The more ornate the decorations, the more frescoes and gilded sculptures, the better.
A Matter of Brilliance
OCTOBER 14, 2022
The 300 objects on display give you a sense of the genius of these artisans: their materials, the symbolism of the items they created, and the impact of their talent on future generations. The skilled artisans had basic tools, yet they figured out how to make jewelry with wirework, soldering, inlaying, gilding, and intaglio (engraving).
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