NELSON COMMEMORATED IN GLASS PICTURES by Quesne, Laurence Le ISBN 1851493964
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[edit] NELSON COMMEMORATED IN GLASS PICTURES
The 70 known glass pictures of Admiral Horatio Nelson are described in this reference, with each caption reproduced in full, accompanied by explanatory notes where necessary. Originally produced for the popular market, these fragile objects are now sought after for their decorative charm.
Glass pictures, to be distinguished from glass paintings, were a way of reproducing prints and enhancing them with vivid colours. Originally produced for a popular market, these fragile pictures are now sought after for their decorative charm. This well illustrated and comprehensive account is the first of its kind; it is the only publication to be concerned solely with commemorative glass pictures representing Admiral Nelson's achievements and his death in battle at Trafalgar. The unique significance of these pictures in relation to the whole range of Nelson memorabilia has not previously been recognised. These charmingly naive pictures form an outstanding expression of the grief of a nation - almost overshadowing the exultation at the victory of Trafalgar. The seventy known Nelson glass pictures are described here. Half of the pictures represent Nelson, his death and his magnificent funeral, the remainder being fantastical, allegorical scenes such as Nelson falling into the ample bosom of Britannia. Each caption is reproduced in full, and explanatory notes are included where necessary. The book describes how, where and when the pictures were made. An appendix is included giving a brief account of Nelson's death and funeral.
[edit] Book Details
[edit] Title
NELSON COMMEMORATED IN GLASS PICTURES
[edit] Author
Quesne, Laurence Le
[edit] ISBN
1851493964
[edit] Published
01/01/1999
[edit] Publisher
Antique Collectors' Club
[edit] Binding
hardback
[edit] Retail Price
25 (GBP)
[edit] Typical Price Online
22.5 (GBP)
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