A History of Silver
with Andrew Ford
Presented by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI)
May 7, 2-3:30 pm
Sarasota Art Museum, Ringling College Museum Campus, 1001 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236
$15 | 941-309-5111 • olliringlingcollege.org
Explore the principal styles and stylistic influences of American, European, and Asian silver. Andrew will provide a historic overview of when the world’s thirst for silver bullion grew to epidemic proportions from the late 16th century to the latest fashion amongst today’s master silversmiths. Learn about silver hallmarks and how to distinguish between early masterpieces and later reproductions. This session will feature an exceptional collection of over 100 objects ranging over six centuries of sterling silver accoutrements from Andrew’s personal silver collection. This session will culminate in addressing the conservation and soaring precious metals markets, as well as how to navigate buying and selling in today’s ever-changing valuations.