Street Jewellery: A History Of Enamel Advertising Signs
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Christopher Baglee & Andrew Marley
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: New Cavendish Books, 1995
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Previous owner marking inside front board
This comprehensive historical account chronicles the vibrant world of enamel advertising signs, tracing their evolution from utilitarian street furniture to cherished artifacts of design. Street Jewellery: A History Of Enamel Advertising Signs presents a detailed visual and narrative journey through the golden age of these iconic advertisements, showcasing their artistic merit and cultural significance. Christopher Baglee and Andrew Marley meticulously document the craftsmanship, artistry, and social impact of these durable signs, which once adorned every street corner and storefront. The book illustrates how these colorful, resilient pieces of commercial art reflected the changing tastes and industries of their eras. It uncovers the stories behind the brands and the skilled artisans who created these enduring symbols of a bygone commercial landscape.
Author: Christopher Baglee & Andrew Marley
Published: 1995, New Cavendish Books
Author: Christopher Baglee & Andrew Marley
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: New Cavendish Books, 1995
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Previous owner marking inside front board
This comprehensive historical account chronicles the vibrant world of enamel advertising signs, tracing their evolution from utilitarian street furniture to cherished artifacts of design. Street Jewellery: A History Of Enamel Advertising Signs presents a detailed visual and narrative journey through the golden age of these iconic advertisements, showcasing their artistic merit and cultural significance. Christopher Baglee and Andrew Marley meticulously document the craftsmanship, artistry, and social impact of these durable signs, which once adorned every street corner and storefront. The book illustrates how these colorful, resilient pieces of commercial art reflected the changing tastes and industries of their eras. It uncovers the stories behind the brands and the skilled artisans who created these enduring symbols of a bygone commercial landscape.