A Guide to the Knowledge of Pottery, Porcelain, and Other Objects of Vertu: Comprising an Illustrated Catalogue of the Bernal Collection of Works of ... and the Names of the Present Possessors - Hardcover

Henry George Bohn

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0265232597 ISBN 13: 9780265232590

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore a rich, illustrated catalog of historic art and historic auction results.

This reference work gathers the Bernal Collection of works of art into an accessible catalogue, with entries that showcase porcelain, glass, metalwork, carved ivory, and decorative furniture. It also records the prices these pieces fetched at auction and names the current possessors, offering a window into 19th‑century collecting and sales.

This edition presents a structured, item‑by‑item look at a wide range of pieces, from Oriental and Dresden porcelain to Venetian glass and medieval armor. It is designed for readers who appreciate connoisseur detail and provenance, framed by the auction context of the era.

• Detailed catalog entries for a broad spectrum of fine objects, with period style and maker notes
• Auction price results and current ownership information to track provenance
• Sections covering porcelain, metalwork, jewelry, glass, carved ivory, and decorative furniture
• Aided navigation through a historically important collection with clear, faceted descriptions

Ideal for collectors, dealers, and readers of art history who want a window into a renowned collection and its market.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0265232597
• ISBN 13: 9780265232590
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 584