| The History and Origin of Horse Brasses Contributor(s): Brown, Reginald A. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1406796298 ISBN-13: 9781406796292 Publisher: Hesperides Press OUR PRICE: $19.94 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: August 2006 Annotation: Reading like a dictionary of horse brass designs and their meanings, this book also contains some detailed diagrams and photographic plates. 'The usual reason for using brasses or amulets was, and still is, either to bring good luck, or to ward off the effects of the 'evil eye, ' as it was at one time thought that sickness, calamity and even death could be brought about those who possessed the awful power of "overlooking." Contents Include: The Power of the "Evil Eye" - Sun Worship and The Horse - Ancient Records of Amulets for Horses - The Earliest English Horse Amulet - History of Amulets and Horse Brasses in Great Britain - Victorian and Later History - A Set of Brasses for a Cart Horse - The Origin and Meaning of Various Designs - Conclusion - Methods of Manufacture |
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| BISAC Categories: - Antiques & Collectibles | Reference - General - Antiques & Collectibles | Silver, Gold & Other Metals - Crafts & Hobbies | Metal Work |
| Physical Information: 0.23" H x 5.5" W x 8.5" (0.29 lbs) 94 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This vintage book contains a detailed treatise on horse brasses, being a guide to their origin and the symbolic meaning of various designs. This fascinating and profusely illustrated volume is highly recommended for horse brass collectors and those with an interest in the subject, and would make for a worthy addition to any collection. Contents include: Horses Sports and Utility, The Power of the 'Evil Eye', Sun Worship and the Horse, Ancient Records of Amulets for Horses, The Earliest English Horse Amulet, History of Amulets and Horse Brasses in Great Britain, Victorian and Later History, A Set of Brasses for a Cart Horse, The Origin and Meaning of Various Designs, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on horses." |