Author: Paul Davidson
Publisher: White Lion Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Antiques
Languages : en
Pages : 232
Book Description
A guide to the characteristic shapes and styles of different periods. Each major style is examined in depth from a number of perspectives.
Antique Collector's Directory of Period Detail
Author: Paul Davidson
Publisher: White Lion Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Antiques
Languages : en
Pages : 232
Book Description
A guide to the characteristic shapes and styles of different periods. Each major style is examined in depth from a number of perspectives.
Publisher: White Lion Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Antiques
Languages : en
Pages : 232
Book Description
A guide to the characteristic shapes and styles of different periods. Each major style is examined in depth from a number of perspectives.
Antiques
Author: Leon Rosenstein
Publisher: Cornell University Press
ISBN: 0801447348
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 279
Book Description
Leon Rosenstein offers a sweeping and lively account of the origin and development of the antique as both a cultural concept and an aesthetic category.
Publisher: Cornell University Press
ISBN: 0801447348
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 279
Book Description
Leon Rosenstein offers a sweeping and lively account of the origin and development of the antique as both a cultural concept and an aesthetic category.
The Collectors' Encyclopedia of Antiques
Author: Phoebe Phillips
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Antiques
Languages : en
Pages : 704
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Antiques
Languages : en
Pages : 704
Book Description
Valentines
Author: Barbara Johnson
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781574326420
Category : Valentines
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Valentines, A Collector's Guide, 1700s - 1950s, is a thorough reference for accurately dating and identifying valentines. The book's dating system uses nearly 1,300 photographed cards arranged in chronological order based on extensive research. Besides the visual arrangement, collectors will find researched lists of design trends, card subjects illustrated, and important publishers for each decade and for each different type of card. These key facts placed at the fingertips of the collector make dating and identification easy, accurate, and enjoyable. Illustrated valentines include those by anonymous and early makers from the United States, Germany, Great Britain, and Canada. Feast your eyes on lacy Victorian valentines, romantic couples, adorable children, hearts, flowers, whimsical mechanicals, dimensional tissue paper cards, sarcastic vinegar valentines, and dimensional fold down cards. Beyond the illustrated valentines, lists of non-illustrated cards by more contemporary manufacturers are compiled so collectors can identify way beyond what is illustrated. Enjoy these sentimental, entertaining tokens of love and affection in a clear, easy to understand presentation that will be an indispensable reference for anyone who loves and wants to date and identify their valentines. 2011 values.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781574326420
Category : Valentines
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Valentines, A Collector's Guide, 1700s - 1950s, is a thorough reference for accurately dating and identifying valentines. The book's dating system uses nearly 1,300 photographed cards arranged in chronological order based on extensive research. Besides the visual arrangement, collectors will find researched lists of design trends, card subjects illustrated, and important publishers for each decade and for each different type of card. These key facts placed at the fingertips of the collector make dating and identification easy, accurate, and enjoyable. Illustrated valentines include those by anonymous and early makers from the United States, Germany, Great Britain, and Canada. Feast your eyes on lacy Victorian valentines, romantic couples, adorable children, hearts, flowers, whimsical mechanicals, dimensional tissue paper cards, sarcastic vinegar valentines, and dimensional fold down cards. Beyond the illustrated valentines, lists of non-illustrated cards by more contemporary manufacturers are compiled so collectors can identify way beyond what is illustrated. Enjoy these sentimental, entertaining tokens of love and affection in a clear, easy to understand presentation that will be an indispensable reference for anyone who loves and wants to date and identify their valentines. 2011 values.
Antique & Vintage Fashions 1745 to 1979
Author: Barbara Johnson
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781574326161
Category : Clothing and dress
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Experience the past firsthand when you open the cover of Antique and Vintage Fashions, 1745 - 1979, a Collector's Guide. This unprecedented work chronicles over 200 years of fashion trends. Enjoy 800 captivating photographs of real garments, hats, shoes, and accessories. Unlike any other work this features detailed annual fashion trends lists in chronological arrangement so collectors can identify way beyond what is pictured. The identification details are compiled from researching period sources, including fashion plates and periodicals. Photographs of clothing and accessories that reflect the year's trends accompany these lists. The majority of fashions depicted belong to women with a lesser extent devoted to children and occasional examples pertaining to men. The wide time span makes the book useful to see and compare clothing and accessories quickly and easily across many decades. This wealth of information, visual presentation, and yearly arrangement make it an indispensable guide for collectors. 2009 values.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781574326161
Category : Clothing and dress
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Experience the past firsthand when you open the cover of Antique and Vintage Fashions, 1745 - 1979, a Collector's Guide. This unprecedented work chronicles over 200 years of fashion trends. Enjoy 800 captivating photographs of real garments, hats, shoes, and accessories. Unlike any other work this features detailed annual fashion trends lists in chronological arrangement so collectors can identify way beyond what is pictured. The identification details are compiled from researching period sources, including fashion plates and periodicals. Photographs of clothing and accessories that reflect the year's trends accompany these lists. The majority of fashions depicted belong to women with a lesser extent devoted to children and occasional examples pertaining to men. The wide time span makes the book useful to see and compare clothing and accessories quickly and easily across many decades. This wealth of information, visual presentation, and yearly arrangement make it an indispensable guide for collectors. 2009 values.
The Antique Collector
Arts & Crafts
Author: Judith Miller
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
ISBN:
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
Includes the most important arts and crafts designers and factories from Great Britain, continental Europe, and the United States, with examples of their work and current prices.
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
ISBN:
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
Includes the most important arts and crafts designers and factories from Great Britain, continental Europe, and the United States, with examples of their work and current prices.
Collecting Japanese Antiques
Author: Alistair Seton
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
ISBN: 9784805311226
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
Collecting Japanese Antiques is an excellent overview of the uniquely Japanese aesthetic and how it relates to Japanese culture. From the time Japan started trading with the West in the sixteenth century, Japanese arts and crafts have intrigued and delighted Westerners, especially lacquer, screens, swords and porcelain. Antique hunters will benefit from the practical and cautionary advice in this book; newcomers will appreciate information on the basics of collecting Japanese antiques; while other sections might reawaken interest in experienced collectors. Striking photographs throughout make this art and antiques book a must for collectors and lovers of Japanese art. Chapters include: Japan's Art Heritage Collecting for Fun and with Wisdom Screens and Scrolls Ukiyo-e and Other Prints Sagemono Ceramics Furniture Textiles Lacquerware Cloisonne Sculpture and Metalwork Swords and Armor Tea Ceremony Utensils Dolls Flower Baskets
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
ISBN: 9784805311226
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
Collecting Japanese Antiques is an excellent overview of the uniquely Japanese aesthetic and how it relates to Japanese culture. From the time Japan started trading with the West in the sixteenth century, Japanese arts and crafts have intrigued and delighted Westerners, especially lacquer, screens, swords and porcelain. Antique hunters will benefit from the practical and cautionary advice in this book; newcomers will appreciate information on the basics of collecting Japanese antiques; while other sections might reawaken interest in experienced collectors. Striking photographs throughout make this art and antiques book a must for collectors and lovers of Japanese art. Chapters include: Japan's Art Heritage Collecting for Fun and with Wisdom Screens and Scrolls Ukiyo-e and Other Prints Sagemono Ceramics Furniture Textiles Lacquerware Cloisonne Sculpture and Metalwork Swords and Armor Tea Ceremony Utensils Dolls Flower Baskets
The Antique Collector's Handbook
Author: George Savage
Publisher: Hamlyn
ISBN: 9780600000549
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
Publisher: Hamlyn
ISBN: 9780600000549
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
The Extreme Antique Padlock Collector Book Two
Author: Lauren ARNDT
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781366265340
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Learn how to make your own keys and tools for many popular American, antique padlocks using special techniques rarely seen anywhere else. This second book is a "must-have" for locksmiths, hobbyists, and serious collectors. Get more out of collecting old padlocks with this newest book. Seventeen wonderful chapters, 115 pages of meaningful content, and over 250 pictures.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781366265340
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Learn how to make your own keys and tools for many popular American, antique padlocks using special techniques rarely seen anywhere else. This second book is a "must-have" for locksmiths, hobbyists, and serious collectors. Get more out of collecting old padlocks with this newest book. Seventeen wonderful chapters, 115 pages of meaningful content, and over 250 pictures.