Main entry:

Roberts, Larry, 1946-

Title & Author:

Florida's golden age of souvenirs, 1890-1930 / Larry Roberts.

Publication:

Gainesville, FL : University Press of Florida, ©2001.

Description:

217 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm

Notes:
Includes bibliographical references (pages 211-213) and index.
A Historical Sketch of Florida Tourism -- Florida Souvenirs -- Souvenir China -- Souvenir Spoons -- Carved Alligator Souvenirs -- Harris and Barnhill Prints -- Orangewood and Mauchline Ware Souvenirs -- Seminole Dolls -- Souvenir Glass -- Souvenir Jewelry -- Olive Commons Jewelry and Porcelain -- Silver Springs Pottery -- Metal and Shieldware Souvenirs.

Summary:

"As souvenirs become a recognized source for interpreting and appreciating the artistry of the past, this guide to one of Florida's least-known industries opens a new chapter in the study of the state's history and culture." "More than 500 color illustrations in this book showcase an array of travel treasures purchased by Florida's first tourists - primarily wealthy northerners - during the years 1890-1930, the golden age of Florida tourism, when souvenirs were works of art. Larry Roberts links the keepsakes to the state's history and provides expert insights into the artistic quality of the items, elevating them above the category of mere collectibles."--Jacket.

ISBN:

0813024242 (alk. paper)
9780813024240 (alk. paper)

Subject:

Souvenirs (Keepsakes) Collectors and collecting Florida.
Souvenirs (Objets) Collectionneurs et collections Floride.
Collectibles.
Souvenirs (Keepsakes) Collectors and collecting.
Souvenirs (Objets) États-Unis Floride (États-Unis)
Objets de collection États-Unis Floride (États-Unis)
Florida Collectibles.
Floride Objets de collection.
Florida.

Holdings:

Location: Library main 220706
Call No.: NK5045 .R6 2001
Status: Available