The Victorian antiquary and engraver Frederick William Fairholt gathers papers on art in its relation to archaeology, painting, decoration and manufacture. He traces grotesque design through ornamental and industrial art, studies the lore of rings and jewellery, including the ring tied to Queen Elizabeth and the Earl of Essex, and considers Albrecht Dürer among other old masters.
A browsable cabinet of curiosities for lovers of decorative art, antiques and historical oddities. Download the free EPUB.