Comprehensive Guide for Camera Collectors
Comprehensive Guide for Camera Collectors

Author: David Williamson

Publisher: Schiffer Book for Collectors

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780764319761

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Illustrated with over 500 color photographs of vintage cameras and many images captured with them, here is a comprehensive book for collectors. It tells the story of photography from the camera obscura to digital imaging, with all the major cameras in-between. Early inventors and photographers are highlighted in a discussion of the evolution of cameras Camera groupings are based on format and function. Collectors will learn how to examine, care for, and test a camera, and will find the current price ranges of classic cameras invaluable. The glossary is a primer for the beginning collector and a refresher for the professional.

Photographica
Photographica

Author: Rudolf Hillebrand

Publisher: Schiffer Book for Collectors

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780764311741

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Illustrates and describes over 300 timeless cameras--from early plate cameras to the pocket cameras of today--with dates of production, specifications, and current values. A helpful introduction provides information about the history of photographic technology and important manufacturers, plus tips for the care, repair, and preservation of classic cameras.

Hove International Blue Book
Hove International Blue Book

Author: John Wade, PhD

Publisher:

Published: 2001-09-15

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781874707325

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This book contains information about a considerable number of cameras that are becoming of interest to the collector. Completely updated to include nearly 200 more cameras and a new price code. The Blue Book, now with more entries and more prices, is the only collectible-camera guide that can be easily carried. Contains more than 1,000 photographs, with a price and rarity code under each photo.

Collecting Picture and Photo Frames
Collecting Picture and Photo Frames

Author: Stuart Schneider

Publisher: Schiffer Book for Collectors

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780764306105

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The history of picture frames and a sampling of styles from 1800s to 1940s. Over 400 color photographs show wall and table-top frames. Different frame materials are described with information on identifying and dating your pieces.

Classic Cameras
Classic Cameras

Author: Colin Harding

Publisher:

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781861085290

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This superb collection of 75 classic cameras is inspired by Colin Harding s highly successful Classic Cameras feature in Black and White Photography magazine. The cameras, which are sourced from the National Media Museum in Bradford, are arranged in chronological order, with a chapter for each era and a double-page spread devoted to each camera. Each spread has a large and impressive shot of the camera in question, smaller shots of any variants, a potted history giving a fascinating insight into the camera s development and a succinct biography and photograph of the inventor where appropriate.

Official Price Guide to Collector Knives
Official Price Guide to Collector Knives

Author: C. Houston Price

Publisher: House of Collectibles

Published: 2008-04-08

Total Pages: 570

ISBN-13: 0375722807

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Provides descriptions and prices for collectible knives, along with information about collecting the item, different types and brands, main components, and factors that can affect its value.

Squeaky Toys
Squeaky Toys

Author: L. H. MacKenzie

Publisher: Schiffer Book for Collectors

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780764306228

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During the 1940s, rubber toys that squeak became the most popular crib toy. Later, reed devices were developed to generate different sounds and soft, pliant vinyl plastic replaced rubber. Today, people avidly search for rubber and vinyl squeaky toys. Here, over 300 color photographs and a delightful text explore the field with a current price guide.