The masterpieces of the Centennial international exhibition illustrated.. (1876)
Shinn, Earl, 1838-1886, Smith, Walter, Wilson, Joseph M. (Joseph Miller), 1838-1902 · Philadelphia : Gebbie & Barrie · leaf 146
THE I NTERNATIO XAL EXHIBITION, iSy6. 128 tent judges, as a specimen of artistic metal-work of the highest class, it has never been surpassed either in conception of design or in delicacy of manipulation. The diameter of the Pompeian Toilette — as the Plaque is called — is some … By-onze Vases : Japanese Court. twenty inches. The centre is oxidized silver; the rim is of steel of two colors, enriched with gold damascening and repoti-sse-work ; yet it is almost impossible to believe that the scene which gives the name to the plaque also has been hammered out by the repousse…
Centennial Exhibition (1876 : Philadelphia, Pa.)
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