Here are some new additions to the library, of interest to the collector:
The Antiques Roadshow A-Z of antiques and collectables
by Judith Miller
An excellent reference book wth 4-5 small illustrations on each page . It covers people and places, styles and periods,craftsmen and women and their methods, and influential people in the world of antiques.
The curious collector: a lively little tour of 101 favorite collectibles
By Jessie Walker
An eclectic book of all sorts of collections from lockets to toys, china to textiles. Slight American bias.
Asian furniture: a directory and sourcebook
Edited by Peter Moss
Each of the eight countries covered here - China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Thailand, Tibet and the Philippines - developed its own particular designs, creating pieces as works of art. Today these diverse pieces are treasured by collectors worldwide, from Manhattan lofts to Parisian apartments, as well as in the countries they originated.
Scandinavian furniture: a sourcebook of classic designs for the 21st century
By Judith Gura
This book comprehensively surveys the history of Scandinavian design, and illustrates in full colour more than five hundred of the best current designs from over seventy producers. It also includes detailed product specifications and sources, biographies of important Nordic designers and a helpful bibliography. Here is is an invaluable reference for everyone who loves modern furniture, and an wonderful tool for interior designers, architects, collectors and students.
Miller's silver and Sheffield plate marks including a guide to makers and styles
By John Bly
New edition in colour.
What's in your attic? Find the antiques and collectables in your home
By Jonty Hearnden
Good on jewellery, clothing, accessories, appliances that might be lying around the family home or be found in op shops.
Vintage furniture: collecting and living with modern design classics
By Fay Sweet
Early, mid-, late and post- Modernism styles, Scandinavian, pop and new millenium designs.
Make a mint: the ultimate guide to buying and selling collectables
By Jamie Breese
Selling from home, on eBay or from car boot sales and similar. What to collect and what it is worth.
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