The Illustrated History Of Antiques

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The Illustrated History of Antiques

The Illustrated History of Antiques
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ISBN-10 : 0756760801
ISBN-13 : 9780756760809
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Book Synopsis The Illustrated History of Antiques by : Jean Carper

Download or read book The Illustrated History of Antiques written by Jean Carper and published by . This book was released on 2002-10 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This authoritative guide is an indispensable resource for anyone who has an interest in antiques. Its comprehensive coverage spans every major category, with chapters on: furniture; carpets and rugs; textiles and costumes; clocks and watches; objects d'art; scientific instruments; musical instruments; silver, gold, and jewels; ceramics; glass; coins and medals; arms, armor, and militaria; toys; and books, manuscripts, and maps. Each chapter contains an introduction that places the subject in its historical and cultural region. Subsections arranged by period, region, and type highlight key trends, styles, and influences, as well as the roles of principal designers, makers, and -- when applicable -- factories. Includes more than 800 fully-captioned color photos and a glossary of terms.


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