Old Sheffield Plate Bradbury 1912 1st Ed Macmillan HB

History of Old Sheffield Plate. Being an Account of the Origin, Growth, and Decay of the Industry and of the Antique Silver and White or Britannia Metal Trade. 11.75 × 9.25 inches. A Definitive Work on Sheffield Plate.

A substantial 1912 first edition of. By Frederick Bradbury, a classic and authoritative study of the Sheffield plate industry. This detailed volume traces the development, rise, and eventual decline of Sheffield plate manufacture, alongside discussion of related trades in silver and Britannia metal. Bradbury's work remains one of the key early references for collectors and historians of British metalwork. Detailed depictions of Sheffield plate examples.

Visual reference for collectors and researchers. The large format allows for clear presentation of decorative and structural details.

Size: Approximately 11.75 × 9.25 inches. Why This Edition Appeals to Collectors. Important early reference on Sheffield plate. Covers both historical and technical aspects of the trade. Highly regarded among collectors of antique metalwork. A cornerstone reference for those interested in British decorative arts, silverware, and industrial history. As with all early 20th-century books, age-related wear should be expected. Please examine all photographs carefully as they form part of the description. The exact book shown is the one you will receive.

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