This is a concise yet wide ranging survey of collectable antique furniture. The new collector will use it as an accessible reference tool enabling him to be confident in identifying key features of a wide variety of items. The book is structured chronologically by century and within each period by country. Periods, woods, jargon are intimidating - this is a guide to overcome initial confusion, Numerous illustrations complement the text. View More...
Following the popular first edition, this all-Color edition features updated chapters that reflect the changes and advances in products, techniques and laws. This hands-on guide covers all major restoration processes in an easy-to-understand, easy-to-use format. Expert chapters explain tasks such as degreasing, welding, metal repair, electrics, painting, and more. Step-by-step color photos help you restore it right and save money too View More...
A professional guide to getting started with minimal investment, identifying antiques that retain their value, even advice on auctions and auctioneers. View More...
An illustrated history of Disney collectibles includes commentary by an expert collector and offers a thorough look at the Christmas toys, lunch boxes, books, and other articles inspired by the Disney studios. View More...
If you love art, but the idea of collecting it intimidates you, dont despair. This journal will help you make sense of the art world, providing practical advice in language you can understand. Youll learn the basics about how art is created, bought and sold, as well as more detailed information about payment plans and how to insure and preserve your art. Guided prompts throughout the journal will help you define your taste, track museum and gallery visits, and record those unforgettable pieces youve seen and cant wait to own. View More...
Following the success of Judith Miller's Antiques Price Guide, this 600-page book is the second all-color, specially photographed collectibles price guide to be published by DK. It includes over 5,000 collectibles, from real Americana such as Native American artifacts and folk art to familiar and eminently collectible items such as Depression glass and decoy ducks. Focusing primarily on the less expensive end of the collecting market-items picked up at flea markets and collector's shows-the Collectibles Price Guide is the perfect shopping companion, whether the venue is your local thrift shop,... View More...
Excellent facsimile of rare (1888) catalog of Victorian plumbing fixtures and appliances features over 800 engravings and line drawings. Authentic source of information on bathtubs, washstands, water closets, bidets, sinks, greenhouse and kitchen fixtures, much more. Captions. 804 black-and-white illus., 40 in color.