Oyster Plates

by Vivian and Jim Karsnitz

Overview

Starting in the Victorian years of the 19th century, hearty oyster consumption made special, beautifully crafted "oyster plates" a necessity in fashionable homes and restaurants. This book is perfect for collectors, complete with a rarity guide and color photographs of almost 500 pieces of original dishware and unusual serving utensils. The text is filled with the history of oysters plate manufacturers from Limoges and Meissen to Wedgewood.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780887405297
Publisher:	Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.
Publication date:	01/06/1997
Pages:	160
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 11.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Vivan and Jim Karsnitz fascinated by oysters and their thorough research has made this book fascinating to read.