02658cam a22003373u 4500 52738 UtSlPG 20260610134221.0 m cr n 260607r2016||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 NK Lewis, J. Sydney Old Glass and How to Collect it Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2016 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2016-08-06 Introductory -- Early English glass -- Eighteenth-century glass -- Memorial glasses -- Bristol and Nailsea glass -- Irish glass -- Curious and freak glasses -- Frauds and imitations -- Some hints to collectors -- Catalogue of prices of principal pieces of glass. Produced by Chris Curnow, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Old Glass and How to Collect It" by J. Sydney Lewis is a comprehensive guide on the history, identification, and appreciation of antique glassware, likely written in the early 20th century. This informative work seeks to educate collectors and enthusiasts about various types of old glass, from early English and Irish specimens to more elaborate 18th-century pieces. It serves not only as a collector’s guide but also as a historical account of glass-making traditions and techniques throughout time. The opening of the book sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the origins and development of glass-making, tracing its history from ancient times through various cultures, particularly focusing on English glass. It begins with an intriguing anecdote about the discovery of glass and discusses its early uses, particularly in Egypt and Rome. The author provides insight into the craftsmanship behind glass-making, detailing the materials, techniques, and innovations that have shaped the industry over the centuries. This introduction establishes a rich historical context, preparing readers for the in-depth discussions on specific types of glass and collecting tips that follow in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Glassware -- Collectors and collecting Glassware -- Great Britain Glassware -- Prices https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52738 93572 93572