The Hand-Book of Modelling Wax Flowers
London: Geo. Routledge, 1852. 5th ed., 12mo, original cloth boards with gilt crest upper board and blindstamped decoration both boards, gilt decorated title spine, all edges gilt, index, pp. 96 (pp. 92-96 'Opinions of the Press'). Pencilled notes rear endpaper. Corners bumped, head and foot of spine lightly rubbed. Very good condition.
Mintorn & Sons of 106 New Bond Street were a family company specialising in glass shades and vases, as well as manufacturing kits for modelling wax flowers.The book presents the art of modelling wax flowers, a fashionable hobby enjoyed by the middle and upper-classes. With a dedication to the Duchess of Northumberland. Item #103219
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