Collectibles Market Index Price Guide: To Limited Edition Plates, Figurines, Bells, Graphics, Steins and Dolls
ISBN: 9780916838850 / Angielski / Miękka / 185 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Collectibles Market Index Price Guide: To Limited Edition Plates, Figurines, Bells, Graphics, Steins and Dolls
Collectibles Market Index Price Guide: To Limited Edition Plates, Figurines, Bells, Graphics, Steins and Dolls
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68,16 zł |
The Cultures of Collecting
ISBN: 9780948462511 / Angielski / Miękka / 312 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This book traces the psychology, history and theory of the compulsion to collect, focusing not just on the normative collections of the Western canon, but also on collections that reflect a fascination with the "Other" and the marginal the ephemeral, exotic, or just plain curious.
There are essays on the Neoclassical architect Sir John Soane, Sigmund Freud and Kurt Schwitters, one of the masters of collage. Others examine imperialist encounters with remote cultures the consquitadors in America in the sixteenth century, and the British in the Pacific in the eighteenth and the more recent... This book traces the psychology, history and theory of the compulsion to collect, focusing not just on the normative collections of the Western canon,...
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99,14 zł |
Glass and Glassware
ISBN: 9781406708578 / Angielski / Miękka / 264 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republ...
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146,72 zł |
Chaffers' Hand Book to Hall Marks on Gold and Silver Plate
ISBN: 9781406794007 / Angielski / Miękka / 96 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Originally published in 1902. A revised edition with upwards of forty of the hall marks having been redrawn from original specimens. The well illustrated Contents Include: Tables of Date Letters of the Assay Offices London Birmingham Chester Exeter Newcastle Sheffield Edinburgh Glasgow Dublin. Keywords: Edinburgh Glasgow Assay Offices Specimens Exeter Sheffield Upwards Newcastle Dublin London
Originally published in 1902. A revised edition with upwards of forty of the hall marks having been redrawn from original specimens. The well illustra...
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122,25 zł |
Richard Brown's Replica Watch Report: v. 1
ISBN: 9781411614024 / Angielski / Miękka / 184 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. A resource for identifying fake, replica, or countefeit watches. Detailed descriptions and over 500 photographs are provided to aid in spotting replica watches. This book provides the tools to inform people how to spot fraud on sites such as eBay, and allow them to purchase watches safely online.
A resource for identifying fake, replica, or countefeit watches. Detailed descriptions and over 500 photographs are provided to aid in spotting replic...
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124,75 zł |
There Ain't No Memories in First Class
ISBN: 9781411667488 / Angielski / Miękka / 113 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. A biographical account of Lowell Davis. Artist, Sculptor, Author, Humorist, and friend to all who know him.
A biographical account of Lowell Davis. Artist, Sculptor, Author, Humorist, and friend to all who know him.
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103,96 zł |
100 New York Mysteries
ISBN: 9781411695818 / Angielski / Miękka / 206 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. If it was possible to make a silent movie and turn it into a book, this would be it. "100 New York Mysteries" is a wordless book, a tone poem, and an essay on the sublime beauty found in the streets of New York City. This book is also part of an exhibition, "100 New York Mysteries" at DCKT Contemporary Art in NYC (June-August, 2006). For more information visit www.aaronkrach.com or www.dcktcontemporary.com.
If it was possible to make a silent movie and turn it into a book, this would be it. "100 New York Mysteries" is a wordless book, a tone poem, and an ...
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68,44 zł |
To an Island in Africa
ISBN: 9781413442137 / Angielski / Miękka / 82 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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140,29 zł |
Treasure Hunting on a Shoestring
ISBN: 9781420884456 / Angielski / Miękka / 208 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This book contains all you wish to know about amassing 'treasure' on the cheap. From an 18TH century Chelsea porcelain figurine acquired by the author for 20 pence at a jumble sale, to a Charles II commemorative copper box full of English hammered silver coinage found, once again. by the author, in the foreshore of the muddy river Thames in the heart of London. Lavishly illustrated with many discoveries made between the years of 1970 to 2004, wonderful objects, and all acquired from hunting treasure on a true shoestring budget..
This book contains all you wish to know about amassing 'treasure' on the cheap. From an 18TH century Chelsea porcelain figurine acquired by the author...
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88,32 zł |
The Index of Middle English Prose, Handlist X: Manuscripts in Scandinavian Collections
ISBN: 9781843841449 / Angielski / Miękka / 80 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. 'The Index of Middle English Prose' will ultimately locate, identify and record all extant Middle English prose texts composed between c.1200 and c.1500. The initial volumes, the 'Handlists' give descriptions of each item in a particular collection, with identification, categorisation, and full bibliographical data. This volume examines libraries in Scandinavia containing Middle English prose texts: the Royal Library of Copenhagen, Denmark, the Royal Library of Stockholm, theUniversity Library of Uppsala, Sweden, and the Sch yen Collection in Oslo, Norway. An extensive collection of...
'The Index of Middle English Prose' will ultimately locate, identify and record all extant Middle English prose texts composed between c.1200 and c.15...
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367,28 zł |
Edward Bawden and Eric Ravilious: Design
ISBN: 9781851495009 / Angielski / Twarda / 64 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. An excellent introduction to the work of two British designers Edward Bawden (1903-1989) and Eric Ravilious (1903-1942). This fascinating book illustrates every aspect of their creativity, featuring designs for wallpaper, posters, book jackets, trade cards and Wedgwood ceramics, to name but a few. Design opens with an informed and engaging essay by Peyton Skipwith, who, from the late 1960s, acted as Edward Bawden's principal dealer. Bawden and Ravilious both attended the Design School of the Royal College of Art. It was here that they met and started to experiment with print-making - marking...
An excellent introduction to the work of two British designers Edward Bawden (1903-1989) and Eric Ravilious (1903-1942). This fascinating book illustr...
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64,69 zł |
Glass Barware: Deco & Beyond
ISBN: 9780764324154 / Angielski / Miękka / 160 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Elegance in crystal and color with an Art Deco flair is displayed in 600 photos of early 20th century barware. Cocktail shakers, decanters, pitchers, beverage dispensers, punch bowls, ice buckets, stemware, tumblers, beer mugs, coasters, swizzle sticks, bitters bottles, medicinals, juice reamers, and more appear. These are the products of well known glass companies, including Cambridge, Duncan Miller, Fenton, Fostoria, Hazel-Atlas, Heisey, Imperial, Indiana, Morgantown, New Martinsville, Paden City, and Tiffin. Essential descriptions of the wares are given, along with historical information,...
Elegance in crystal and color with an Art Deco flair is displayed in 600 photos of early 20th century barware. Cocktail shakers, decanters, pitchers, ...
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154,59 zł |
David Dickinson: The Duke - What A Bobby Dazzler
ISBN: 9780563521471 / Angielski / Miękka / 288 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. David Dickinson is a household name, the king of the catchphrase, undisputed darling of daytime TV, and a rising star. In his autobiography, David tells how he grew up in a working class district of Manchester, and reveals how he discovered at age 12 that he was adopted. David also describes his early foray into wheeling and dealing in the garment industry in Manchester, as well as his stint in Manchester's notorious prison, Strangeways. After building himself a reputation as an antiques dealer to the rich and famous with an eye for treasures, a chance meeting with a TV exec at a barbecue...
David Dickinson is a household name, the king of the catchphrase, undisputed darling of daytime TV, and a rising star. In his autobiography, David tel...
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88,32 zł |
All-American Salt & Pepper Shakers
ISBN: 9780764316180 / Angielski / Miękka / 160 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. For all who love collecting and displaying salt and pepper shakers, here are hundreds of colorful and charming sets all made in the "good old USA." Featured are more than 750 sets dating from the 1930s to the 1970s, along with background information on the companies and artists that produced them. The makers include Regal China Company, Elbee Art, Sascha Brastoff, Matthew Adams, Catalina, Roselane, Shirley, and others. Also shown are a number of interesting and unique sets designed and crafted by two California pottery artists in the 1940s, Margaret Weese and Billee Vier. The authors provide...
For all who love collecting and displaying salt and pepper shakers, here are hundreds of colorful and charming sets all made in the "good old USA." Fe...
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146,86 zł |
An Unauthorized Guide to Pillsbury(r) Doughboy(r) Collectibles
ISBN: 9780764320767 / Angielski / Miękka / 128 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. If you've ever laughed at the Pillsbury(R) Doughboy(TM), we've got a delightful book for you Over 300 color pictures capture the Pillsbury Doughboy in all sorts of collectible roles, dating from 1971 to 2003. Here are hundreds of Doughboy(TM) dolls, cookie jars, salt and pepper shakers, kitchen ware, banks, Christmas items, Bake-off plates, and many more, each described in detail with their manufacturer and estimated value range. Advertising prowess has made this adorable icon of the baking industry recognized around the world. Now collectors vie for his image on all sorts of items. Start a...
If you've ever laughed at the Pillsbury(R) Doughboy(TM), we've got a delightful book for you Over 300 color pictures capture the Pillsbury Doughboy i...
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120,62 zł |
Antiques A to Z - A Pocket Handbook for Collectors and Dealers
ISBN: 9781408631553 / Angielski / Miękka / 160 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republ...
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156,50 zł |
Antike Gemmen Und Ihr Nachleben
ISBN: 9783110194500 / Angielski / Twarda / 582 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Gemmen sind Edelsteine mit geschnittenen Bildern. Intaglien (Gemmen mit vertieft gravierten Bildern) dienten als Siegel, Schmuck und Amulette. Kameen (Relief-Schnitte) waren Schmuck- oder Schaustucke. Gemmen sind Zeugen der Sozial- und Kulturgeschichte, spiegeln auch historische Ereignisse. Das Buch behandelt ihre Geschichte von der minoisch-mykenischen Zeit bis in die Spatantike (4./3. Jt. v.Chr. - 5. Jh. n.Chr.), ihre Weiterverwendung und Umdeutung im Mittelalter sowie ihre Rezeption durch Sammler, Kenner und Kunstler vom fruhen Mittelalter bis in die Neuzeit. Gemmen sind Edelsteine mit geschnittenen Bildern. Intaglien (Gemmen mit vertieft gravierten Bildern) dienten als Siegel, Schmuck und Amulette. Kam... |
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1393,73 zł |
Printed & Lace Handkerchiefs: Interpreting a Popular 20th Century Collectible
ISBN: 9780764318016 / Angielski / Miękka / 160 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Collecting pretty handkerchiefs has become a wide-spread and popular hobby for many people. This entertaining and comprehensive identification and price guide will be useful and fun for all vintage linen enthusiasts. Over 400 color photographs and a lively and factual text present hankies from both historical and design points of view. You will learn how events of the 20th century influenced their designs, and how clever hankie aprons and wall-hanging hankie-quilts were popular. To aid collectors, the examples are arranged by decades and by their geometric shapes. Helpful information about...
Collecting pretty handkerchiefs has become a wide-spread and popular hobby for many people. This entertaining and comprehensive identification and pri...
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146,86 zł |
The Gun Digest Book of the Ar-15
ISBN: 9780873499477 / Angielski / Miękka / 288 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. A Shooter's Guide Now you can become an AR-15 expert. Noted author and gunsmith Patrick Sweeney takes an inside look at an icon among American rifles. The AR-15 first became known to American shooters in the early 1960s. Since then is have become one of the most versatile rifles in the world, tackling everything from military and police operations to long-range target competitions. Sweeney's expertly written text and outstanding photography show you everything you need to know about understanding the AR-15 operating system and his dedicated group of testers honestly evaluate just about... A Shooter's Guide Now you can become an AR-15 expert. Noted author and gunsmith Patrick Sweeney takes an inside look at an icon among American ri... |
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122,26 zł |
Tiger Patterns: A Guide to the Vietnam War's Tigerstripe Combat Fatigue Patterns and Uniforms
ISBN: 9780764307560 / Angielski / Twarda / 264 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. To collectors of modern military uniforms, Vietnam era tigerstripe combat fatigues have always been a much sought after commodity. The pattern itself, in all of its classic forms, is both exotic and unique and carries with it an immediate, esthetic sense of the full drama of that not to distant Southeast Asian conflict. There exists however, surrounding this one camouflage pattern numerous misconceptions. Tiger Patterns analyzes to the most minute degree, the finite variances which defined the many original, Vietnam era tigerstripe patterns and uniform cuts and establishes dependable...
To collectors of modern military uniforms, Vietnam era tigerstripe combat fatigues have always been a much sought after commodity. The pattern itself,...
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353,42 zł |