Record #:

27580

Author(s):

Childs, Elizabeth Taylor

Abstract:

A rare American-made silver mounted sword is on display at the Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts. The sword demonstrates the craftsmanship of the Richardson brothers, two Virginia silversmiths. According to family histories connected with Richardson silver, their patrons were from Richmond’s wealthiest and most prominent families.

Source:

Journal of Early Southern Decorative Arts (NoCar N 6520 .J67), Vol. 4 Issue 1, May 1978, p25-44, il, map, bibl, f

Subject(s):

Silverwork; Silversmiths