Thomas J. Pairpoint: Master silver designer

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Born in London on July 22, 1838, Thomas J. Pairpoint's life and contribution to silver design is described. He was one of the first designers in the U.S. to use silver as an art medium and while serving at various firms namely Lambert & Rawlings and Gorham, he contributed his creative talent to many pieces of the decorative style called Renaissance Revival by designing silver plates accessories for fashionable Victorian ladies' homes.

United Kingdom, Practice, Jewelers, Jewelers (Persons), Silver jewelry, Pairpoint, Thomas J.

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The Smith brothers

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William L. Smith, a famous professional glass decorator describes the way his sons Alfred E. and Harry A. helped to set up his own company called Smith Brothers-Fine Decorated Glass Ware where he use his method to fuse gold with glass to make attractive glasses. The Smith's display of decorated opal glass ring vases won high praise at the Philadelphia Centennial Exposition in 1976.

Glass and Glassware, Pressed or Blown, Management, History, Company business management, Glassware industry

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Safety matches and match safes

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Details about all types of decorative match safes, tinderboxes and wall-mounted match holders are presented. The antiques and collectables mentioned are all available for purchase.

Collections and collecting, Matchboxes

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