Cincinnati Silver: 1788-1940

Cincinnati Silver: 1788-1940 examines the rich history of the luxury silver trade in the Queen City. This comprehensive art history volume explores the Cincinnati Art Museum's collection of over 400 pieces, ranging from elegant tea sets to grand goblets. The text traces the industry from its 1788 founding through the Civil War, the rise of mass production, and the Art Deco period.

This reference work for antiques and collectibles features two scholarly essays and 154 narrative entries on influential craftsmen and companies. With over 250 color plates and 200 maker hallmarks, the book serves as a detailed catalog of American silver and material culture. Cincinnati Silver: 1788-1940 provides an exhaustive index and inventory, making it a primary resource for scholars and collectors of American art and 18th-century commerce.