Bowater, M.

Collecting Russian Art & Antiques

New York: Hippocrene Books, 1991.

Item #22240
ISBN: 9780870528972

Hardcover, Dust Jacket,
176 pp.

Condition: very good, minor defects of the dust jacket

Marina Bowater, who has run commercial galleries in London for over twenty years, speaks from experience. Entering the field when it was a little-known specialty, she has been an active and authoritative participant in the development of Russian art collecting. Many rare and beautiful pieces have passed through her hands, as well as more familiar items for the small collector.
With erudition and enthusiasm she discusses the history, techniques, and appreciation of collectable art forms from imperial and soviet Russia. Topics include icons and painting, the plastic arts, jewelry, folk crafts, and theatrical props. She offers advice on detecting fakes from originals, and gives a standard of current prices.

Price: $45.00