Publisher's Synopsis
Sandwich Glass: A Technical Book For Collectors is a book written by Lenore Wheeler Williams and originally published in 1922. The book is a comprehensive guide to the history, production, and identification of Sandwich glass, a type of pressed glassware that was produced in the United States during the 19th century. The book begins with a brief history of the Sandwich Glass Company, which was one of the most important glass manufacturers in the United States during the 19th century. Williams then goes on to describe the various techniques used to produce Sandwich glass, including pressing, blowing, and cutting. The book also includes detailed descriptions of the various types of Sandwich glass, including pressed glass, cut glass, and blown glass. Williams provides information on how to identify different types of Sandwich glass based on their patterns, colors, and shapes. In addition to its technical information, Sandwich Glass: A Technical Book For Collectors also includes numerous photographs and illustrations of Sandwich glass pieces, as well as information on how to care for and display a collection of Sandwich glass. Overall, Sandwich Glass: A Technical Book For Collectors is an essential resource for anyone interested in collecting or studying Sandwich glass, and it remains a valuable reference book for collectors and historians today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
