The Collectors' Encyclopedia of Antiques
Author: Phoebe Phillips
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Published: 1983
Total Pages: 704
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Author: Phoebe Phillips
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Published: 1983
Total Pages: 704
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Sally C. Luscomb
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
Published: 1999
Total Pages: 242
ISBN-13: 9780764308895
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis is the best introductory guide to the world of buttons available. Clothing buttons of the 1930s, 40s, 50s have become very important to today''s collectors and this book makes identifying them possible.'
Author: Louis Kuritzky
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Published: 2005-04
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781574324334
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA well-established genre of interest amongst collectors, antiques dealers, and aficionados of the decorative arts.
Author: Fred Roerig
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Published: 1994
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780891455639
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA comprehensive encyclopedia of cookie jars offers a retrospective of this popular pottery form with thousands of plates depicting a wide variety of jars.
Author: Ursula R. Mertz
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Published: 1999
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781574320800
DOWNLOAD EBOOKCollector's Encyclopedia of American Composition Dolls, 1900 - 1950 This exciting value guide is essential for collectors, researchers, and historians interested in all aspects of these truly American toys. Besides the 850 full-color photographs, a wealth of information is provided, including all technical aspects of production and history. Easy-to-follow guidelines assist the reader in determining the quality and value of a doll. Information on purchasing power is provided. Tips on proper maintenance and care of these priceless dolls are furnished, as well as a spotlight section on extraordinary doll designer Bernard Liptfert. 2006 values.
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Published: 1962
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Mary Frank Gaston
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Published: 1992
Total Pages: 223
ISBN-13: 9780891454618
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis revised edition features hundreds of beautiful full-color examples completely described and valued. A most enjoyable reference guide to this gorgeous hand-painted porcelain. 1998 values.
Author: C. H. Wendel
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Published: 2001
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780873416078
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis reference for collectors of antique tools and machinery showcases tools from some 50 trades, including plumbing, logging, blacksmithing, printing, gardening, beekeeping, and carriage and wagon making. Each illustrated entry is accompanied by notes on use of the tool, companies that made it, and pricing information for collectors. A section of color photos is included. Wendel, a collector of antique tools, has written previous books on antique farm machinery and tools. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Author: Jo Cunningham
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Published: 2005
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781574324297
DOWNLOAD EBOOKJo Cunningham Jo Cunningham is back with an all-new, revised edition of her bestselling Collector's Encyclopedia of American Dinnerware. In this collector's encyclopedia, hundreds of pieces of American dinnerware are illustrated with both color photos and black and white original catalog pages and advertisements. Included are backstamps, advertising, company information, and values for every piece. There is also a fascinating section on how dinnerware is made and a brief history of the American pottery industry. There is expanded coverage of some company histories. Some of the manufacturers represented include Bennington, California Potteries, Haeger, Hall, Hull, Pfaltzgraff, Purinton, Red Wing, Shawnee, Stangl, Steubenville, Homer Laughlin, Limoges, Paden City Pottery, Jackson China, and many more.
Author: Judith Miller
Publisher: Mitchell Beazley
Published: 2017-10-03
Total Pages: 592
ISBN-13: 9781784723651
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFirst published in 1998, Miller's Antiques Encyclopedia has gone on to sell more than 150,000 copies worldwide and been published into seven languages. This new edition includes a thoroughly updated directory, list of suppliers and up-to-date price codes for each item. Compiled by an international team of over 40 consultants and writers, and offering clear and wide-ranging coverage of antiques and collectables, this book contains valuable information for both the enthusiast and the experienced dealer. An extensive glossary explains the terms used throughout the book and clear cross-referencing leads you into related areas of interest. All the traditional areas of collecting are featured, with extensive sections on furniture, ceramics, silver and glass. More specialist subjects, such as jewellery, scientific instruments, Oriental art and sporting memorabilia are also included. Clearly and logically organised, practical and packed with absorbing and useful information, Miller's Antiques Encyclopedia is an invaluable aid to collecting and the definitive reference book on the subject.