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Discounts available for multiple book purchases: 3-5 books - 10% off; 6-9 books - 20% off; 10-24 books - 30% off. 1901-01-01T00:00+00:00 1 hourly http://pages.tias.com/11597/PictPage/3923704837.html With over 100 photographs, 30 in color, this early out-of-print book is an introductory text to American antique furniture. BOOK OF AMERICAN FURNITURE by Doreen Beck, The Hamlyn Publishing Group Ltd., NY, 1973. Arranged chronologically by period, chapters begin with Jacobean furniture, continue with William Mary, Queen Anne, Chippendale, Federal, and 19th-century Victorian. Specifically aimed toward collectors, especially novices, this book treats of ways of getting started on a collection, pitfalls to avoid, what to buy and where, as well as clues to dating, evaluating and identifying types of wood and pieces which are available usually at relatively reasonable prices. This attractive volume depicts ornate highboys, painted cupboards, oak chests, chairs of all types, desks, secretaries and more. If you are planning to begin a collection of antique American furniture or simply want to understand an existing collection, you will want this informative and highly readable reference on your library shelf. 8.5 in. x 11.5 in. hardback with dust cover in very good condition. 96 pages. Free media mail shipping and handling for deliveries within the 48 United States. Rates vary for shipments outside the contiguous 48 states and for international mailings. www.TIAS.com/stores/refbookman New item at RefBookMan : Antique American Furniture Types Periods Scarce Book http://pages.tias.com/11597/PictPage/3923704784.html THE COLLECTOR S ENCYCLOPEDIA OF GEISHA GIRL PORCELAIN by Elyce Litts, Collector Books, KY, 1988. 472 color photo plates with identifying captions highlight this rare out-of-print book which pictures and describes porcelain ware depicting Japanese Geisha girls. 'Geisha Girl Porcelain is a Japanese export ware whose production commenced the last quarter of the 19th century. Made in the form of the common dining and household utensils of the times, they featured lovely kimono clad ladies, sometimes men and children in scenes from pre-modern Japan. Early catalogs described the wares as depicting Japanese figures, dancing girls, geisha dancers, etc., but for a long time, the wares had no formal name. Gradually, through the efforts of an active collecting community, they became widely known as Geisha Girl Porcelain.' This comprehensive pictorial guide covers by chapter: Introducing Geisha Girl Porcelain; The History of Geisha Girl Porcelain; On the Face of It All; Methods of Design Applications; Czechoslovakia and Decaled Geisha Girl Porcelain; Distinguishing Among Japanese Wares; Form; Function; Child s World; From Eastern Shores to Western shores; Marks; Japanese Marks; English Language Marks; Reproductions; Cataloging a Collection; Photo Album; Glossary; Just for Fun; Bibliography; Pattern Catalog and Price Guide; and Index. This rare book, a collector s item in itself, is an invaluable reference for the serious collector, dealer, or historian of Oriental Japanese ceramics. 8.6 in. x 11.3 in. color imprinted hardback in very good condition. 174 pages. Free media mail shipping and handling for deliveries within the 48 United States. Rates vary for shipments outside the contiguous 48 states and for international mailings. www.TIAS.com/stores/refbookman New item at RefBookMan : Japanese Geisha Girl Porcelain Marks Prices Rare Book http://pages.tias.com/11597/PictPage/3923704742.html 193 black-and-white captioned photographs, 16 full-page color plates, and over 100 black-and-white line drawings supplement a rich narrative in this early out-of-print book which reviews the history, production, and types of antique Oriental and European carpets. THE BOOK of RUGS: ORIENTAL EUROPEAN by Ignaz Schlosser, Crown Publishers, NY, 1960. This book 'is an authoritative guide to the history, techniques of manufacture, and the designs of fine Oriental or Oriental-type carpets. Ignaz Schlosser, well known as an expert in the field and director emeritus of the Museum of Arts and Crafts in Vienna, shows how this ancient craft has developed over the centuries and explains the differences that characterize rugs made in Asia Minor, Egypt, Persia, India, the Caucasus, Turkestan, china, Spain, England, and France. He describes and illustrates the patterns and symbols employed both in rugs of Court manufacture and in those made for daily use by the nomadic peoples. The collector and the potential buyer will find Dr. Schlosser s survey of the 2,000 year-old craft invaluable. Even the general reader will be fascinated by the informative illustrations: 193 black-and-white photographs and 16 in full color. The varieties of knot, weave, and pattern, the plants used to make the traditional vegetable dyes, the types of loom all are clearly pictured in some 50-odd drawings. There is also practical advice on the purchase and care of oriental carpets, as well as an index, glossary, and a list of museums where famous historical carpet collections can be seen.' Given the intimate connection between techniques and identification and dating of Oriental carpets, this book provides essential aid to the interior designer, collector, dealer or curator of Oriental-style rugs. 8.65 in. x 11.25 in. hardback book with dust cover in very good condition. 318 pages. Free media mail shipping and handling for books delivered within the 48 United States. Rates vary for shipments outside the contiguous 48 states and for international mailings. www.TIAS.com/stores/refbookman New item at RefBookMan : Antique Oriental European Carpets Types Scarce Book http://pages.tias.com/11597/PictPage/3923704538.html FRENCH PROVINCIAL DECORATIVE ART by Catherine Oglesby, Charles Scribner s Sons, NY, 1951 First Edition. 'This complete, authoritative volume is the first book available in English in many years on French Provincial furniture, textiles and ceramics. In an interesting, informal fashion, the author covers every aspect of the great flowering in decorative art which took place in the provinces of France during the 18th and early 19th centuries. She gives the historical background of each period, traces the changes in styles from one period to the next, and clearly indicates how they may be recognized in the various objects. Though the major part of her book is devoted to furniture chairs, buffets, beds, desks, tables, couches there are informative chapters on textiles, ceramics, silver, wallpaper, rugs, mirrors, mantels and glass. Carrying six full-page illustrations in full color and over three hundred photographs and sketches, this book enables the reader not only to see the objects described in the text, but also to follow the development through the different periods. Included are photographs of interiors showing the assembly of the different styles in rooms and groups.' This scholarly book covers by chapter: French Provincial Design; France Builds Homes; Styles, Times and Kings; Furniture; Armoires and Cupboards; Beds; Buffets; Chairs and Stools; Chest and Commodes; Couches and Benches; Desks and Secretaries; Tables; Conversation Pieces; French Provincial in Canada; Mantels and Fireplace Fixtures; Mirrors; Glass; Clocks and Barometers; Metalwares; Lighting Fixtures; Textiles; Ceramics; Wall Coverings; Floor Coverings; Acknowledgments; and Bibliography. Whether a student of the decorative arts, or a connoisseur of French Provincial furniture and fixtures, this book is an invaluable text. 9.3 in. x 12.3 in. hardback book with dust cover in very good condition. 214 pages. Free media mail shipping and handling for deliveries within the 48 United States. Rates vary for shipments outside the contiguous 48 states and for international mailings. www.TIAS.com/stores/refbookman New item at RefBookMan : French Provincial Furniture Decorative Arts Scarce Book http://pages.tias.com/11597/PictPage/3923702024.html Lavishly illustrated in color, this early out-of-print book provides a pictorial survey to collecting vintage and antique French Bebe dolls. HOW TO COLLECT FRENCH BEBE DOLLS by Mildred and Vernon Seeley, HPBooks, AZ, 1985. Illustrated with over 125 beautiful color photographs of childlike French Bebe dolls made 100 years ago by master doll makers, this early out-of-print book examines the differences and similarities between outstanding collectible dolls. 'This book includes facts and photos of Jumeau, Brus, Steiners, H-dolls and the rare Marque dolls. Detailed information for collectors and reproduction doll makers includes; History of Bru, Jumeau, Steiner, Marque and other companies; Facts never before revealed, such as the real name of Francois Gauthier Gaultier; Comparison photos of hands, teeth and mouths, ears and feet of different French Bebes; Doll making procedures of 100 years ago; Modern reproduction-doll-making techniques; Over 40 photos of important doll markings.' This book is an invaluable reference for the collector, dealer, or historian of antique bisque dolls. 8.5 in. x 10.8 in. softback in very good condition. 144 pages. Free media mail shipping and handling for deliveries within the 48 United States. Rates vary for shipments outside the contiguous 48 states and for international mailings. www.TIAS.com/stores/refbookman New item at RefBookMan : Antique French Bebe Dolls Jumeau Bru Etc. Scarce Book http://pages.tias.com/11597/PictPage/3923702023.html Lavishly illustrated in color, this early out of-print book is a pictorial guide on HOW TO COLLECT FRENCH FASHION DOLLS. By Mildred and Vernon Seeley, HP Books, AZ, 1985. The photography in this book is brilliant. In addition to full page illustrations of antique French dolls, this book contains many close-up captions which will assist the reader in identifying these beauties. The book covers by chapter: Beginning the Search for French Fashion Dolls; The Fabulous Costumes; Examining the Bodies of French Fashion Dolls; Recognizing Parts of French Fashion Dolls; Pulling it Together; Glossary; Resource List; and Index. This book covers in detail the various body types, joint types, finger types, neck types, and more. Discussed are dolls by Jumeau, Huret, Bru, Gesland, Rohmer, Metlayer, Gaultier, Simonne, Steiner, and others. A most comprehensive book, this scarce text will benefit both the novice and advanced collector of antique dolls. 8.5 in. x 10.8 in. softback in very good condition. 144 pages. Free media mail shipping and handling for deliveries within the 48 United States. Rates vary for shipments outside the contiguous 48 states and for international mailings. www.TIAS.com/stores/refbookman New item at RefBookMan : Scarce Book Antique French Fashion Dolls Makers http://pages.tias.com/11597/PictPage/3923701750.html Lavishly illustrated with 374 color photographs, this scarce out-of-print book is a definitive identification and value guide to European majolica pottery. EUROPEAN MAJOLICA with Values by D. Michael Murray, Schiffer Publishing Ltd., PA, 1997. This comprehensive pictorial guide 'shows the reader how to identify majolica produced in the German states, Austria, Czechoslovakia, Hungary, and Poland. Prior to the publication of this book, very little had been written about the majolica produced in Central Europe in the last quarter of the 19th and first quarter of the 20th centuries .In this new book, the combinations of initials and numbers which have baffled collectors for years will be explained, and the reader will be able to properly identify the maker of his or her majolica. The author has included detailed textural treatments of all identifiable makers of majolica, as well as a value guide for all pieces shown in the book. Useful information on the location, preservation, and collecting of Central European majolica is also provided.' 8.5 in. x 11 in. softback in near-new condition. 175 pages. Free media mail shipping and handling for deliveries within the 48 United States. Rates vary for shipments outside the contiguous 48 states and for international mailings. www.TIAS.com/stores/refbookman New item at RefBookMan : Central European Majolica Makers Marks Values Book http://pages.tias.com/11597/PictPage/3923701743.html Superbly illustrated in color and black-and-white, this comprehensive book provides an in-depth survey of majolica pottery including information on makers and marks. MAJOLICA: A COMPLETE HISTORY AND ILLUSTRATED SURVEY by Marilyn G. Karmason with Joan B. Stacke , Harry N. Abrams, Publishers, NY, 1989. 'Here is the first major study of majolica, that richly colored, lustrously glazed exuberantly decorated late Victorian ceramic art. Long overlooked in the twentieth century, majolica has become most sought after and prized by ceramic collectors. But what really is majolica, who made it, what are its patterns and marks, how can it be appreciated and collected The answers are all here in this meticulously researched, charmingly written survey, illustrated with some 200 examples of prime majolica pieces, more than half of them shown in full color . Americans were introduced to majolica made on both sides of the Atlantic at the Philadelphia Centennial Exhibition in 1876. At New Orleans in 1884-85, the most outstanding American maker Griffen, Smith and Hill of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania dazzled the public with a magnificent exhibit, which included pieces in its famous Shell and Seaweek pattern. In addition to all the British and American majolica potteries, the book covers continental manufactories among them France, Germany, Italy, and Portugal. Historical background is illuminated with new and updated information and there is extensive information on majolica production.' 'Patterns and distinguishing characteristics of each factory are described and illustrated. Photographs of many pieces not published before or previously unknown to collectors highlight the pages. Manufacturers identifying marks are provided. The authors who themselves collect and use majolica enthusiastically give invaluable practical advice: how to judge quality; how to avoid pitfalls in purchasing or bidding at auctions; which museums in the United States and Europe have collections of majolica; and the most useful books to read.' 8.75 in. x 10.4 in. hardback with dust cover in near-new condition. 240 pages. Free media mail shipping and handling for deliveries within the 48 United States. Rates vary for shipments outside the contiguous 48 states and for international mailings. www.TIAS.com/stores/refbookman New item at RefBookMan : Antique Majolica Pottery Makers Marks In-Depth Book http://pages.tias.com/11597/PictPage/3923701617.html The superb color and black-and-white photographs, in-depth captions, and rich narrative make this comprehensive book and invaluable resource reference work. SOTHEBY'S CONCISE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF GLASS General Editors David Battie and Simon Cottle, Conrad Octopus Ltd., London, 1991 2000. This book covers the history of glass from pre-Roman times through Twentieth-Century Developments. Included are in-depth chapters on Nineteenth Century Glass including information on EAPG, Thomas Webb Sons, Steigel, Bohemian, Veneitian, Paperweights and more. The Arts Crafts and Art Nouveau periods cover cameo glass creations by Galle, Muller, Val St. Lambert, Rousseau, and others; Iridescent Glass by Tiffany, Steuben, Loetz, and others; The Twentieth Century Developments includes creations by Lalique, Sabino, Orrefors, Venini, Bianconi, and others. There is also a section on Fakes and Forgeries. A typical Sotheby s publication, the narrative is concisely rich and the photographs are superb. This is an all-inclusive reference text for the serious collector, dealer, or historian of art glass. 9.5 in. x 11 in. softback in very good condition. 208 pages. Free media mail shipping and handling for deliveries within the 48 United States. Rates vary for shipments outside the contiguous 48 states and for international mailings. www.TIAS.com/stores/refbookman New item at RefBookMan : Antique Art Glass Sotheby Encyclopedia Illustrated Book http://pages.tias.com/11597/PictPage/3923701339.html 92 black-and-white photographs and 12 full-page color plates illustrate approximately 200 examples of American art pottery designed in the Midwest including such makers as Wheatley, Clewell, Rhead, Sicard, UND, Teco, and many more. ART POTTERY OF THE MIDWEST by Marion John Nelson, University Art Museum, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, 1988. A typical museum text, the photography is superb and the narrative is rich. This rare book covers many of the American arts and crafts firms in the Midwest including many of the lessor known firms. The book covers by chapter: Art Pottery of the Midwest. The Persistence of the Image Ohio: Indigenous Naturalism and Blended Grounds; Adopted Matt Greens Wheatley Pottery Company, Other Potteries, Why Matt Green ; Iridescent, Metalic and Crystalline Effects Jacques Sicard, John Lessell, The Look of Metal, Charles Walter Clewell, Crystalline Effects ; Plain Glazed Ware in Image Country; The Object as Image; Rediscovering the Line Slip Trail Work Henry Schmidt and Turada, Jervis and Cusick at Avon, Frederick H. Rhead ; The Impact of Rhead; Modernity from Another Source The American Indian; Conclusion. Shapes and Glazes: Michigan, Illinois, Missouri, and Indiana: Michigan Pewabic; Illinois Teco, Norweta and Chicago Crucible, Haeger and Monmouth, Cliftwood ; Missouri Zark and Ouachita, University City ; Indiana Amaco, Muncie, Brown County, Overbeck ; Conclusion. The Image Reaffirmed: Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota, North and South Dakota: Beginnings in Wisconsin and Minnesota Susan Frackelton, Pauline, Norse, Pauline and Norse, Handicraft Guild of Minneapolis ; Iowa Shawsheen, Iowa State University ; North Dakota University of North Dakota, Dickota, Rosemead ; South Dakota Pine Ridge Sioux Indian, Rushmore ; A Wisconsin and Minnesota Finale Ceramic Art Studio, Red Wing ; Conclusion. Checklist of the Exhibition; Literature; and Index to the Potteries. 'Art pottery arose as part of two late nineteenth-century movements in western culture manifested first and foremost in England: the Aesthetic Movement, an attempt to counteract the materialism of the time with a new emphasis on art, and the related Arts and Crafts Movement, an attempt to reintroduce handcraftsmanship and individual creativity into the production of objects for the home.' This book reflects the design and invention of art pottery and provides information on many of the lessor know Midwest firms who made considerable contributions to these movements. This rare book belongs in the permanent reference library of the collector, dealer, or historian of American art pottery. 10 in. x 8 in. softback in very good condition. 112 pages. Free media mail shipping and handling for deliveries within the 48 United States. If multiple books are purchased for a single shipment, add 2.00 for each additional book. Rates vary for shipments outside the contiguous 48 states and for international mailings. www.TIAS.com/stores/refbookman New item at RefBookMan : American Mission Art Pottery Midwest Makers Rare Book