George Wickes, 1698-1761, royal goldsmith
by Elaine Barr
A focused account of royal goldsmith George Wickes and his documented work for the British court in the eighteenth century.
About This Book
This volume examines the life and work of George Wickes, a prominent royal goldsmith active between 1698 and 1761.
The book draws on archival sources to document Wickes's commissions for the British monarchy and aristocracy.
Readers will find information about eighteenth-century goldsmithing techniques and workshop practices.
The study situates Wickes within the broader context of Georgian decorative arts and court culture.
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