George W Shiebler Genius Silversmith and Designer of Sterling Silver Flatware, Hollowware & Jewelry скачать в хорошем качестве

George W Shiebler Genius Silversmith and Designer of Sterling Silver Flatware, Hollowware & Jewelry

George W Shiebler was a Genius Silversmith and Designer of Sterling Silver Flatware, Hollowware & Jewelry in the late 19th Century and early 20th Century. George W. Shiebler was a true genius of silver design and in utilizing innovative production techniques. The quality of his work is absolutely incredible and many of his pieces are worthy to be displayed in museums. Because of the short duration he was in business and also since his designs were so incredible, his works in today's antique silver market are amongst the most desirable to collectors and fetch some of the highest dollar amounts. Enjoy collecting George Shiebler antique silver as much as we do! From The Chicago Art Institute: The nineteenth century saw tremendous growth and change in the American silver industry. The 1859 discovery of the Comstock lode, the richest silver deposit in the country, expanded domestic production of silver objects; technological advancements in manufacturing increased output and allowed for a variety of new forms; and the rise of global trade and international exhibitions led to an unforeseen diversity of designs. Established firms such as Tiffany & Co., Gorham Manufacturing Company, and the International Silver Company continued to enhance their presence alongside new firms eager to compete in the vastly expanded marketplace. George W. Shiebler was one such entrepreneur to emerge during this boom era, producing some of the most innovative and artistic objects of his time. Born in Baltimore, Shiebler began his career in Washington, D.C., as an operator for the American Telegraph Company before entering the metals industry in New York in 1867. He started as a traveling salesman for the gold manufacturer Jahne, Smith, and Company, but soon established himself as a partner when he, A. J. G. Ho-denpyl, and Pierre T. Tunison absorbed the firm in 1870. Shiebler withdrew from the partnership in 1874 and went into business for himself, acquiring a number of small silver manufacturers under his own name? Although he started out producing only flatware, he aggressively expanded his production to include hollowware, jewelry, and other silver W. Shiebler and Company, he employed between 160 and 170 individuals across every stage of the production process, from forging plates and ingots to planishing and applying ornamentation.' According to an account of his business published in the Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review in 1892, Shiebler "was convinced that in order to succeed he would have to depend upon originality of design; that his products would have to be out of [sic] the beaten track."* During its founder's lifetime, George W. Shiebler and Company's broad repertoire of wares and innovative craftsmanship enjoyed critical success, praised by one writer for "evidence of originality and taste in the designing and expertness and carefulness in the executing."" It is likely that Shiebler's work was also appreciated abroad, as the bowl bears not only the winged mark of the company, but also a number of French hallmarks that suggest the bowl was an export.® However, in 1907 the firm declared bankruptcy. Gorham purchased the company, grinding down its vast inventory of dies and rolls and selling them, along with the firm's designs, machinery, and tools. George Shiebler worked as an employee for Gorham from then until his death in 1920. -------Looking to sell your Antique Sterling Silver???? We pay fair and competitive prices.------- Send us photos and your inventory list to: [email protected] or call or text us at: 813-789-4734 Thank You!