The Marble Collector
Author: Cecelia Ahern
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: 2015-11-05
Total Pages: 304
ISBN-13: 0007501838
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA box of possessions. A father with no memory. A daughter with just one day to piece together the past.
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Collecting Antique Marbles
Author: Paul Baumann
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2004-11-30
Total Pages: 327
ISBN-13: 1440225230
DOWNLOAD EBOOKMarbles evoke memories of childhood and simpler times; perhaps this is why they are collected with such enthusiasm! Marble fans won't want to go without this fantastic reference, which has been the standard collecting guide since its first publication nearly 35 years ago. Collecting Antique Marbles not only provides up-to-date pricing information, it provides collecting tips and advice on the hobby every collector should know. This long-awaited 4th edition provides a full-color look at the rarest and most collectible marbles in the world, aiding in identification and giving marble enthusiasts an eyeful of what's out there. A history of marble types and manufacturers is included in the book, as well as important information on spotting fakes and reproductions. A new chapter on Carpet Bowls joins updated chapters on German Swirls, Onionskins, Clambroths and Indians; Lutz; Sulphides and End-of-Day; Transition and Machine-Made, and many more.
Everett Grist's Big Book of Marbles
Author: Everett Grist
Publisher:
Published: 1995
Total Pages: 141
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKMarbles Illustrated
Author: Robert Block
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
Published: 1999-01-01
Total Pages: 224
ISBN-13: 9780764309700
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book provides a comprehensive guide to the actual selling prices of marbles during the past year. Utilizing a database of prices realized from over 6,000 marbles at auction during the past year, the author provides catalogue descriptions, pictures and values. Listings are categorized by marble type, allowing for easy reference for the collector.
Collecting Marbles
Author: Richard Maxwell
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Published: 2012-08-16
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781479119486
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA first-of-kind book on marble collecting for beginners interested in learning about how to identify and value old marbles.
Contemporary Marbles and Related Art Glass
Author: Mark P. Block
Publisher: Schiffer Craft
Published: 2000-11
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780764311666
DOWNLOAD EBOOKMarbles produced by over 130 artisans are presented in 600 color photographs. A history of the contemporary handmade marble movement is provided, along with tips for the purchase and care of marbles, a glossary, and a valuation guide. This book will be a joy for everyone fascinated with glass.
Marbles Identification and Price Guide
Author: Robert Block
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Published: 2012
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780764339943
DOWNLOAD EBOOKMore than 500 color photos display marbles of all types, including Indians, Aggies, Steelies, transitionals, M.F. Christensen & Son, Akro Agate and more.
The Encyclopedia of Modern Marbles, Spheres, & Orbs
Author: Mark P. Block
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
Published: 2005
Total Pages: 256
ISBN-13: 9780764322945
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis beautiful and thought-provoking reference explores the close relationships among contemporary studio art glass marbles, spheres, and orbs and their predecessors, the marbles of childhood, as well as areas of significant divergence. Over 900 gorgeous color photos display the vast range available today, including handmade and machine-made marbles, edition types, regular stock, open edition production stock, prototypes, limited editions, experimental works, and studio glass. Many rare and historical examples are shown. The thorough and engaging text provides a history of the studio glass movement, manufacturing processes, artists' marks, essential information on building and caring for a collection, and methods of valuing items in a collection. Also included are a glossary, a bibliography, an index, and values in the captions. All glass fanciers will learn about this new generation of modern styles.
The Story Collector
Author: Kristin O'Donnell Tubb
Publisher: Macmillan + ORM
Published: 2018-08-28
Total Pages: 215
ISBN-13: 1250143810
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"For every book lover who fantasized about getting locked in the library overnight,The Story Collectoris a dream come true!"—New York Times-bestselling author Alan Gratz In the tradition of E. L. Konisburg, this middle-grade mystery adventure is inspired by the real life of Viviani Joffre Fedeler, born and raised in the New York Public Library. The Story Collector by Kristin O'Donnell Tubb is a middle-grade historical fiction inspired by the real life of Viviani Fedeler. Eleven-year-old Viviani Fedeler has spent her whole life in the New York Public Library. She knows every room by heart, except the ones her father keeps locked. When Viviani becomes convinced that the library is haunted, new girl Merit Mubarak makes fun of her. So Viviani decides to play a harmless little prank, roping her older brothers and best friend Eva to help out. But what begins as a joke quickly gets out of hand, and soon Viviani and her friends have to solve two big mysteries: Is the Library truly haunted? And what happened to the expensive new stamp collection? It's up to Viviani, Eva, and Merit (reluctantly) to find out.
Marble Collectors Handbook
Author: Robert S. Block
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Published: 2005-06
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780764323317
DOWNLOAD EBOOKOver 580 color photos display handmade, machine-made, and contemporary handmade and design marbles by many artists. Swirl, Clambroth, Banded Opaque, Indian, Lutz, End of Day, and Single-gather handmade marble designs and machine-made examples by M.F. Christensen & Son, Christensen Agate, Akro Agate, Peltier, Master Marble, Marble King, Ravenswood, and Vitro Agate are found. Values are provided in the captions and tables.
