Antique Reference Book, Old English Glasses, Hartshorne, History, Victorian

This is an antique reference book, Old English Glasses. An English language, bound historical title by Albert Hartshorne, published in the late Victorian period, 1897. Full title: Old English Glasses. An Account of Glass Drinking Vessels in England, from Early Times to the End of the Eighteenth Century. An English archaeologist, Albert Hartshorne (1839 - 1910) studied at Westminster School before seeking further education in France and Germany. A son of an antiquarian, Hartshorne was twice secretary of the Royal Archaeological Institute of Great Britain and Ireland, editor of the Archaeological Journal and a fellow of the Society of the Antiquaries of London. A large volume, intact with light ageing to pages, printed in English across 490 pages by Edward Arnold, London. Full colour frontispiece protected with paper insert. Fascinating typo to the initial title page - Old English Glasess. Illustrated throughout with reproduction engravings. Introduction to the subject with historical context from Ancient Egypt to 18th century France. This is a fascinating antique reference book by Albert Hartshorne 'Old English Glasses'. A comprehensive guide to the art of glassware in England with historical context on the subject. Delivered ready to enjoy. We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques. Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help. Our Ref: 18.9869