The art of the European silversmith, 1430-1830

This book is actually 2 books. Volume 1 is a written history of silver work and products 1430 to 1830. It puts the and silversmith forms into context of the times. It also defines terms of work and explains how the smiths made their products. Pictures appear in the page margins as illustrations. Volume 2 is a compendium of pictures of the items described in Volume 1. close ups of the varied items with dates and names of items in the picture. Of interest is a whole area on religious pieces.