Elihu Yale by Diana Scarisbrick
Rare is the man with the force of character, powers of leadership, and variety of cultural, scientific and spiritual interests of Elihu Yale (1649-1721). This book explores Elihu Yale's life in the society of Madras and London, and his interests, including musical and scientific instruments and books, and then turns to a study of Yale.
'Handsomely produced … the book’s strength is its portrayal of the material and visual culture of a wealthy London merchant' - The World of Interiors
Diana Scarisbrick is an art historian specializing in the history of engraved gems and jewelry. Her publications include Rings: Jewelry of Power, Love and Loyalty and Portrait Jewels: Opulence and Intimacy from the Medici to the Romanovs, and (as co-author) Elihu Yale: Merchant, Collector & Patron, all published by Thames & Hudson. Benjamin Zucker, a graduate of Yale University and Harvard Law School, is one of the world’s leading gem dealers.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780500517260 |
| ISBN 10 | 0500517266 |
| Title | Elihu Yale |
| Author | Diana Scarisbrick |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Thames & Hudson Ltd |
| Year published | 2014-04-21 |
| Number of pages | 288 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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