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The Book of Kells is a masterpiece of western calligraphy, undoubtedly the finest remaining example of an illuminated manuscript, and one of the most important surviving artifacts from medieval Europe. Named after the Abbey of Kells, some forty miles north of Dublin, where it was held for centuries, the Book of Kells was produced around the year 800 CE, probably in both Scotland and Ireland. It is a text of the four Gospels in Latin, employing expert calligraphy and decoration, rare colors, and other embellishments that make it a true work of art.

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Tussie-Mussies: A Collector's Guide to Victorian Posy Holders offers new insight into a world of secrets and beauty that most people in modern times have long forgotten. The book provides an overview of how and why the tussie-mussie came into use, and reveals the abundance of styles and shapes it took in various countries. Over 110 posy holders are displayed in exquisite full-color photos, with accompanying text providing detailed information about the precious materials used to fashion each. A wonderful addition to any collector's library.

Patterns, Patterns Everywhere
With this awesome book you get a ton of great patterns

*Single sided
* 40 patterns to color
* Bordered pages, for easier coloring
* A mix between simple and complex patterns
* 60lb paper for coloring with all mediums

Dr. Elizabeth Stewart, a seasoned appraiser, shares her secrets of the art and antique marketplace. Learn what appraisers don’t want you to know—all the tools to assess value, beauty, provenance, and quality.

These real-life cases and rich images instruct on all the Do’s and Don’ts; how, what, and where to collect, the next big thing; clues to identification and worth; online tools for value; how to sell and what to donate; and what your kids do not want.

Evolved from Neolithic times, Chinese civilization is wrapped in profound mystery to most of peoples in the world, and needed further to be disclosed from the views of Chinese cultural history. In China, jades have been a long culture tradition since the early Neolithic period, and the cornerstone of Chinese culture and civilization. Only early jades, especially those made in the times before the Han dynasty (206 B.C. - 220 A.D.), can in full range provide significant pictures of China's past culture and civilization. Therefore, in this book, superb jade resources were amassed to present a...