Orfèvrerie A Bergues

Description

The fruit of a project led by the town of Bergues, this book traces the fascinating history of the town's silversmiths, from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. Richly illustrated, it highlights the exceptional quality of the pieces produced locally, and the singular role of Bergues as a center for religious and civil goldsmiths. This book is an essential reference for the study of goldsmithing in northern France.