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LAWRENCE, MARTHA LIGHTSHIP BASKETS OF NANTUCKET OVER 115 PHOTOS 8 1/2" X 11", 120 PG | |
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On the island of Nantucket, the lightship basket developed over many decades into the distinctive basket so highly prized by collectors today. The fascinating history of this basket and its makers is richly illustrated with color photographs that detail construction and show beautiful examples of the craft.You'll be amazed at the rigorous life aboard the New South Shoal lightship, the crew of which produced beautifully constructed baskets, many of which are shown here. The history of the basket is updated to the present day to include contemporary artists and designs.For the collector, Martha Lawrence provides details to consider in evaluating antique and contemporary baskets. She also takes the reader through easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions for the construction of a basket, including accurate photographs of the stages crucial to producing an authentic piece.Explore a craft whose heritage is as enduring as the baskets themselves. Following the success of the first edition, this already marvelous book has been improved with additional photographs and up-to-date pricing information. Price: $24.95 |
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LAWRENCE, MARTHA LIGHTSHIP BASKETS OF NANTUCKET 100+ COLOR AND BLACK 8 1/2" X 11", 120 PG | |
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On the island of Nantucket, the Nantucket Lightship Basket developed over many decades into the distinctive basket so highly prized by collectors today. The baskets evolved in the mid-nineteenth century from wooden splint baskets made by Algonquin Indians and were adapted by Nantucketers, who introduced hardwood bottoms, utilized wooden molds, and replaced wooden splints with rattan. The fascinating history of this basket and its makers is richly illustrated with color photographs that detail construction and show beautiful examples of the craft.Special emphasis is give to depicting the rigorous life aboard the New South Shoal lightship, the crew of which produced beautifully constructed baskets, many of which are shown here. The history of the basket is updated to the present day, including the 1940s development of the covered "pocketbook" basket and the work of contemporary basket makers.For the collector, Martha Lawrence provides details to consider in evaluating antique and contemporary baskets. She also takes the reader through easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions for the construction of a basket, including accurate photographs of the stages crucial to producing an authentic piece.Lightship Baskets of Nantucket is a fascinating study of a craft whose popularity is increasing and whose heritage is as enduring as the baskets themselves. Price: $24.95 |
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LAWSON, GLENN THE STORY OF LEM WARD 175 PHOTOS 8 1/2" X 11", 128 PG | |
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American wildfowl art owes its foundation to Lem Ward. This wood carver and painter (1896-1984) overcame severe illness to produce some of the best-loved wildfowl art extant today. Lem and his brother Steve grew up along the marshes of the Chesapeake Bay in Maryland and subsisted as barbers and foragers. They created carved and painted ducks to please their independent selves-as works of art, while carvers around them were making decoys just good enough for hunting. Here Lem's life story is told by his daughter Ida who was beside Lem for almost the entire span of his artistic career. Price: $35.00 |
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LAWSON, ROBERT CARRIER AIR GROUP COMMANDERS: THE MEN OVER 250 COLOR AND B 8 1/2" X 11", 208 PG | |
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The study of the U.S. Navys air group and air wing commanders is a study of carrier aviation itself. This detailed volume presents a history of the establishment of the carrier air group commander billet and the attendant formal air groups. The book is divided into four sections: Section One A Historical Overview, presents an overview of naval aviation history from 1898 to 1922, when the U.S. Navy commissioned its first aircraft carrier USS Langley (CV-1), with its wood-and-fabric biplanes. The pages next describe carrier aviation from Langley to the 90,000-ton supercarriers of today with their supersonic jets. This section also contains air group organization charts showing their development over the years. Section Two Evolving the System, discusses the genesis and evolution of the air group/wing commander billet, as well as the development of the organizations they commanded. It contains biographical sketches of the first CAGs and their wing commander predecessors. Section Three The Men, profiles more than forty of the Navys more notable CAGs by use of their personal reminiscences and anecdotes. Their stories give the reader a feel for the responsibilities, joys and sorrows that accompany the assumption of the title: CAG. Additionally, the profiles give an insiders view of the U.S. Navys combat operation tactics from World War II to Desert Storm. The books final section The Machines, contains a chronological selection of photographs and some profile drawings of the aircraft flown by wing commanders from 1931 to the present. Heavy emphasis has been given to provide as many high-quality color photographs as were possible to locate. This section should have great appeal to both historian and enthusiast in its coverage as it not only graphically presents the aircraft flown, but also covers the evolution of carrier aviation itself. An appendix listing every known CAG and dates of his command concludes the book. lation of this data to exist. Carrier Air Group Commanders: The Men and Their Machines is an important historical document that will serve both as a reference work and enjoyable reading for many years. Price: $45.00 |
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LAWTON, JEFFREY BALLY? BINGO PINBALL MACHINES 290+ COLOR PHOTOS 8 1/2" X 11", 160 PG | |
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The pinball book you have been waiting for is finally here! From those fabulous '50s & '60s, Jeffrey Lawton, Bingo Pinball Historian, presents 290+ photos, including original promotional brochures and advertisements, that showcase a fantastic collection of Bally? Bingo pinball machines, along with a history of the evolution and excitement that surrounds this compelling hobby. All who grew up with street cars, slot machines, pinball machines, pool halls, and diners will enjoy this book tremendously! If you buy only one pinball book, this is the one to have. Price: $39.95 |
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LE VAN, MARTHA 500 KNIVES CELEBRATING TRAD. & INNOVATIVE DESIGNS | |
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LEADBEATER, ELIZA SPINNING AND SPINNING WHEELS 32 PGS., SOFTBOUND 6 X 8 1/2 | |
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While the principles of spinning have remained unchanged throughout the ages, the implements for imposing the twist have evolved into the wheels we use today. The book traces the development of the spinning wheel and explains the principles of spinning, the development of the spindles, wool wheel and flax wheel, and more. It also includes a sweeping survey of both European and North American wheels. Superbly illustrated with countless detailed black and white photos, this book will provide insight into the tools of a traditional skill from which today's craft revival has evolved. It will be a valuable source book for craftsmen, collectors and historians and the timeless information will delight and interest any reader. Price: $8.95 |
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LEAPMAN, MELISSA A CLOSE-KNIT FAMILY WITH COLOR PHOTOS AN 9 " X 11", 160 PGS. | |
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If you're like most knitters, you create garments for someone else -- usually a family member. With this beautiful collection of sweaters from knitwear designer Melissa Leapman, you will find projects to delight everyone on your gift list. Each chapter has a basic design that has been interpreted into different sweaters for adults and children. Instead of taking one sweater and changing the size, Leapman has created practical and different designs from a similar theme for each family member. By not merely reworking the same sweater in many different sizes, these projects will keep even the most prolific knitter engaged. The sweaters range in difficulty from easy to advanced, so every knitter will find a wide range of interesting projects. Each sweater has complete, easy-to-follow instructions. "Melissa Leapman's A Close-Knit Family is a wonderful collection featuring very wearable knits that fit so well into our modern, casual lifestyle. Designs for men, women, and children are all beautifully themed, and the variety of techniques presented are a treat to tempt knitters of all persuasions." -- Trisha Malcolm, Editor-in-Chief, Vogue Knitting and Family Circle Easy Knitting Price: $24.95 |
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LEAPMAN, MELISSA CROCHET WITH STYLE WITH COLOR PHOTOS AN 8 1/2 " X 10 7/8", | |
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Looking for stylish sweaters to crochet? Melissa Leapman has accomplished just that with her first collection of crocheted sweaters. With full instructions for jackets, vests, pullovers, and cardigans, there is a style for every season and every occasion. The stitches are interesting and fun to do, and there's plenty of variety?so no matter what your skill level, you will find more than one sweater that you can't wait to make. Price: $19.95 |
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LEBEN, ULRICH BERNARD MOLITOR: EBE NISTE: THE ANCIENT R 77 COLOR, 182 B&W 9 1/4 " X 11 3/4", 2 | |
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This first monograph on Molitor examines the cabinetmaker's life and work in detail. His furniture is fully catalogued and illustrated. Price: $145.00 |
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LECHNER, MILDRED & RALPH THE WORLD OF SALT SHAKERS, VOLUME III 8.5" x 11", 176 PGS CLOTHBOUND | |
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Over 850 gorgeous shakers from 68 glass factories are featured in full color and given complete descriptions in this thorough price guide. 1998 values. Price: $29.95 |
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LECLAIR, W. PETE CARVING CARICATURE FIGURES FROM SCRATCH 373 COLOR PHOTOS 8 1/2" X 11", 64 PGS | |
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After the success of his book, Carving Caricature Heads & Faces*, Pete LeClair shares his insights into carving whole figure caricatures from scratch. Heavily illustrated in color, the book starts with a simple block of bass wood, and goes all the way through the carving and painting of a figure. Each step is illustrated and a helpful caption directs the reader to carry out the project. A gallery of figures demonstrates the endless variations that are possible using this technique, and some of the interesting and delightful caricatures Pete has created. Price: $14.95 |
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LEE, LEONARD THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO SHARPENING (H) ALL TYPES OF TOOLS 246 PPG., 9" x 11.5" | |
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Whether you are interested in tools as a collector or as a craftsman, there is no reason why you should not have this book and countless reasons why you should. As the president of Veritas Tools and Lee Valley Tools, Leonard Lee has learned a few things about sharpening. This book, long overdue to the market addresses the techiques used in the sharpening of nearly every tool, including chisels, gouges, axes, adzes, saws, planes and on and on. In addition to the practical information, a great deal of technical data is provided to demonstrate why the time-tested techniques work as they do. We highly recommend this thoroughly illustrated and very well organized book. Price: $0.00 |
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LEE, LEONARD THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO SHARPENING (S) ALL TYPES OF TOOLS 246 PPG., 9" x 11.5" | |
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Whether you are interested in tools as a collector or as a craftsman, there is no reason why you should not have this book and countless reasons why you should. As the president of Veritas Tools and Lee Valley Tools, Leonard Lee has learned a few things about sharpening. This book, long overdue to the market addresses the techiques used in the sharpening of nearly every tool, including chisels, gouges, axes, adzes, saws, planes and on and on. In addition to the practical information, a great deal of technical data is provided to demonstrate why the time-tested techniques work as they do. We highly recommend this thoroughly illustrated and very well organized book. Price: $0.00 |
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LEE, LINDA SEWING STYLISH HOME PROJECTS WITH COLOR PHOTOS AN 8 1/2 " X 10 7/8", | |
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Everyone needs a little luxury in their life. Sewing Stylish Home Projects brings interior designer Linda Lee's rich and creative aesthetic to accessories that can be made to add that special touch to any home. Pillows, throws, napkins, curtains, and more are created to accent four distinctly styled rooms: a modern country bedroom, a Victorian parlor, an Asian dining room, and an Americana living room. From the boudoir pillow to the silk and lace throw, each project in this book will add style and grace to your home. Price: $21.95 |
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LEE, LINDA SCARVES TO MAKE WITH COLOR PHOTOS AN 9 " X 11", 160 PGS. | |
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Express your personal style with a beautiful wardrobe of designer scarves. Select a beautiful fabric and stencil it with abstract designs in a contrasting color, make beaded pockets with sheer silk organza, or paint a landscape on silk noil with a dye paste. The design ideas are diverse, and each one is exciting, innovative, and fun to make. Scarves to Make is a collection of exquisite scarf designs from the country's best-known art-to-wear designers. At a fraction of the boutique price, you will be able to reproduce the scarves, and the wonderful styles represented will appeal to every mood and taste, from traditional to offbeat to sophisticated. Beautiful color photography showcases the scarves and provides design inspiration. Along with a section on basic sewing techniques, there are detailed instructions for each scarf. Steps are illustrated with full-color drawings, so the featured scarves can be easily assembled with beginning to intermediate sewing skills. Author Linda Lee's experience will enable you to improve skills and to learn distinctive new techniques. Price: $24.95 |
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LEE, LINDA EDGES AND CORNERS WITH COLOR PHOTOS AN 6 " X 9", 144 PGS. | |
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Edges and corners are design opportunities, whether you're sewing a new blouse or a set of curtains for your home. Here, collected in one easy-reference volume, is a range of classic and creative ways to make every project reflect your personal style. Linda Lee, an accomplished sewing expert, covers Turkish box corners, mitered ribbon flanges, ruffles, hemstitching, and much more. The text is clearly explained for sewers of all skill levels, and both hand and machine techniques are included. Price: $19.95 |
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LEHNER, LOIS LEHNER?S ENCYCLOPEDIA OF U.S. 8.5" x 11", 208 PGS CLOTHBOUND | |
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This book covers more than 1,900 companies and over 8,000 marks, logos, and symbols of the old folk and studio potters, dinnerware manufacturers, distributors, and decorators. No values. Price: $24.95 |
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LEIBOWITZ, JOAN YELLOW WARE; THE TRANSITIONAL CERAMIC 119 PGS., SOFTBOUND 8 1/2 X 11 | |
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Yellow ware is a simple, utilitarian ware sadly steeped in confusion and almost total ignominity. Not until 10 years ago did yellow ware modestly reappear in the antique world. Today, "closet collectors" of yellow ware are sitting back laughing as they watch the prices spiral. This book is filled with 90 beautiful color and 70 clear black and white photos of yellow ware, and information on makers, marks, and production output. Also included are helpful tips on collecting and an up-to-date price reference guide. This book is not just a valuable reference for the collector - it gives yellow ware its rightful place in American history. Price: $19.95 |
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LEIER, RAY & PETERS, JAN & WALLAC BASKETS TRADITION & BEYOND 128 PGS., CLOTHBOUND 9 1/4 X 9 1/4 | |
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Historically, baskets fulfilled a specific need: to collect eggs, carry vegetables, etc. Today, a growing number of artists and craftspeople are using traditional basketry materials and techniques to create works of originality and exceptional appeal. This beautiful book features more than 180 stunning full-color photos depicting the baskets in the form of the human figure and the endless variety of traditional basket forms. It features baskets of fiber, clay, paper, metal, etc., each with a detailed description. With an informative commentary illuminating the varied and accomplished selection of work, this book will inspire anyone with an appreciation for this enduring art form. Price: $30.00 |
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LEIER, RAY BASKETS AND BASKET MAKERS IN SOUTHERN APPALACHIA | |
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American baskets made by people in Tennessee, Kentucky, North Carolina, and their surroundings are lovingly shared with readers by a man who knows and respects their heritage. Egg gathering baskets, feather baskets, chicken coop baskets, garden and clothing baskets are examined. Indian baskets, especially Cherokee, also are included. Related items are also described such as grass brooms, winnowing sieves, fish basket traps, bed mattresses and donkey muzzles. Numerous photos detail every step in the basket making process: from the time the tree is cut until the time the basket is completed. This book is a warm personal account of these mountain people and their love, care and dependance upon their baskets. Price: $0.00 |
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LENIUS, RON THE ULTIMATE ROY ROGERS COLLECTION: I RARE AND VINTAGE COL 8-1/4 " X 10-7/8", 2 | |
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Offering the most comprehensive listing of Roy Rogers, Dale Evans, Gabby Hayes, Trigger and Bullet collectibles ever assembled, The Ultimate Roy Rogers Collection: Identification & Price Guide is the premiere reference for all Roy Rogers collectors. This full-color edition features more than 1,000 photos, item descriptions and historical and pricing information.Collectors and fans on the ?Happy trails?? will love the color photos of their favorite Roy Rogers collectibles, especially the many rare items they may be seeking for their own collections.Includes pricing for every item and a special interview with Roy and Dale?s son, Dusty Rogers. Price: $24.95 |
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LENNOX-BOYD, TED MASTERPIECES OF ENGLISH FURNITURE: T 96 COLOR, 180 B&W 8 1/2 " X 11 3/4", 2 | |
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An outstanding and unique collection of 18th century furniture, examined in exhaustive detail. For the connoisseur it offers a unique insight into the sheer pleasure of living with beautiful, elite furniture. Price: $125.00 |
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LENZKE, JOHN GUNNELL AND JAMES T. T-BIRD: 45 YEARS OF THUNDER COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW 8-1/2 " X 11", 352 P | |
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Few cars enjoy the devoted following that the T-bird enjoys. For the past 45 years, Thunderbird owners and admirers have demanded complete perfection in their cars and restorations. That?s exactly what buyers of this book will get.Includes a complete list of standard equipment and options for T-birds from 1955 through 1998 and coverage of the new concept T-birds and the soon-to-come 2001 production model.Collectors will appreciate the Vehicle Identification Number explanation, paint codes and technical specifications for all T-birds to come off the lines in the last 45 years. And T-bird owners and restorers will glean through more than 500 pictures (including 16 pages of full-color) and 45 years of literature written on the Thunderbird. They?ll know exactly what the famous Thunderbirds of the past looked like for their restoration purposes. And buyers will enjoy the comprehensive historical look at T-birds and racing sports. Price: $21.95 |
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LEONARD, W. S. OLD TIME MECHANICS 15 PGS. 5 1/2 X 8 5/8 | |
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Don't let the size of this book fool you - it is filled to the brim with thousands of facts and pieces of information on the old time mechanics of the surface plate and scraper. It completely details the surface plate and includes sections on it's description, different types, usage, special forms and more. It then goes on to to delve into the machine-shop methods of lapping, grinding valves and joints, shrink-fits, and force-fits. With coverage of the surface plate, methods, and much more, you will be astonished at the wealth of information they were able to cram into this little book! Price: $5.95 |
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LEPRE, GEORGE HIMMLER'S BOSNIAN DIVISION: THE WAFFEN OVER 250 BLACK & WHI 6" X 9", 380 PGS. | |
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This is the story of the Handschar, a Muslim combat formation created by the Germans to restore order in Bosnia. What actually transpired was quite different. Price: $39.95 |
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LESHNER, LEIGH VINTAGE JEWELRY EXTENSIVE PRICING AN 8-1/4 " X 10-7/8", 2 | |
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As good as gold, this book satisfies the tastes of anyone with a curiosity for old white metal and rhinestone jewelry.The award-winning producer of the Hidden Treasures: Antique and Costume Jewelry video series brings you this beautiful book, featuring more than 1,000 pieces of jewelry. Filled with 400 color photographs that bring these glittering baubles to life, the book details white metal and rhinestone jewelry of the 1920s-1940s. Readers will learn the history of rhinestones, the different types of metal and rhinestones used during this era, and the fashion trends that influenced the designs. An extensive pricing and identification guide covers signed and unsigned foreign and American pieces.Leigh Leshner has been collecting vintage jewelry since she was 11 and has been a dealer for more than 12 years. She participates in antiques shows, provides appraisal services, and is considered one of the foremost experts on vintage jewelry. Price: $24.95 |
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LEVENBERG, JURI RUSSIAN WRISTWATCHES 450 PHOTOS 7" X 10", 96 PGS. | |
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Twentieth century Russian wristwatches are too costly for many native buyers, but they are still inexpensive for Western Collectors, and are becoming extremely popular. Watch faces commemorate all the great moments of Russian and Soviet history-from Yuri Gagarin's space flight to the Summit meeting between Gorbachev and George Bush-and celebrate Russian culture with images of native costumes from Chechnya to the Ukraine.Collectors have long clamored for a definitive reference and this new book will satisfy even the most avid enthusiast, with photographs of over 500 watches manufactured in Russia and the USSR during the second half of this century, and explanations of their styles, workings, and manufacturers. Poljot, Wostok, and Slava wristwatches are covered, along with a sampling of pocket watches, deck watches, and marine chronometers. This book is a must for serious collectors in the growing field of Russian timekeepers. Price: $19.95 |
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LEVENBERG, JURI RUSSIAN WRISTWATCHES OVER 220 PHOTOS 7" X 10", 96 PGS. | |
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Over 505 Poljot, Wostok, and Slava wristwatches are covered, along with a sampling of pocket watches, deck watches and marine chrono-meters. Price: $19.95 |
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LEVEY, SANTINA M. AN ELIZABETHAN INHERITANCE: THE HAR COLOR AND B&W THROUG 8 1/4 " X 10", 128 P | |
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This authoritative account places the world's finest collection of 16th and early 17th century textiles in their original context. Santina Levey explains the social, economic and artistic environement in which the embroideries were created for Bess of Hardwick. Using account books, inventories, letters and personal reminiscences, Levey describes the origins of the different types of furnishings, unravels their complex meanings and looks at the ineveitable alterations that four hundred years have wrought on them. Price: $29.50 |
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LEVINE, BERNARD LEVINE'S GUIDE TO KNIVES & THEIR VALUE EXTENSIVELY REVISED 8 1/2 X 11; | |
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For those who collect knives or are thinking about collecting knives, Levine offers the reader much more than a simple value guide. Within these pages the reader will find tips on collecting knife lore, proper knife show etiquette, and recognizing fakes. This handy and fully illustrated reference contains hundreds of examples of both folding and fixed blade knives including the histories of various types of knives and their makers. Price: $0.00 |
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LEVINE, PAUL MAKING KITCHEN CABINETS 8 " X 10", 176 PGS. | |
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Watching Paul Levine will convince you that creating a beautiful kitchen is as easy as building one simple cabinet several times over. Levine's system saves time, anticipates mistakes and allows for corrections. All you need is access to a small workshop with a table saw a router and some common hand tools. What's more, your cabinets will be as handsome as they are strong, featuring sleek lines, hidden hinges, colorful laminated surfaces and warm wood trim. By watching Levine you'll learn how to:
You see firsthand how a professional builds a quality cabinet in a small basement workshop. That's valuable information when you consider the cost of a kitchen remodel these days. And pages from Levine's companion book, Making Kitchen Cabinets, are referenced in the corner of the video screen. Price: $19.95 |
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LEWIS, ARNOLD OPULENT INTERIORS OF THE GILDED AGE 180 PGS., SOFTBOUND 9 X 12 | |
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This book features all of the detailed and beautiful photos from "Artistic Houses" - known to be the best source of information and illustration for privates homes of the "well-to-do" in major Eastern cities in the early 1880's. Along with over 200 impressive photos of 97 magnificent buildings is an informative text written specially for this edition which covers the social and esthetic trends of the period, provides extensive captions for each plate, biographical comments on the house owners and their families, details present conditions of the houses...etc. This impressive survey is sure to delight anyone interested in interior design, architecture, the rich and powerful families of the Gilded Age, and the social history and architectural development of our great nation. Price: $26.95 |
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LEWIS, GRISELDA A COLLECTOR'S HISTORY OF ENGLISH P 205 COLOR, 540 B&W 8 1/2 " X 11", 384 P | |
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Provides a comprehensive, readable overview of pottery in England ranging from the stone age to the late 20th century. Price: $89.50 |
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LEWIS, KATHY & DON TALKING TOYS OF THE 20TH CENTURY 5.5" x 8.5", 160 PG SOFTBOUND | |
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Spanning manufacturers from Advance to Worlds of Wonder, this book covers talking toys dating from 1878 to 1998. Over 350 full-color photos showcase these chatty toys. Stock numbers, when available, are included. 1999 values. Price: $15.95 |
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LEWIS, NAOMI ELF HILL: TALES FROM HANS CHRISTIAN COLOR THROUGHOUT 8 1/2 " X 11", 72 PG | |
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Here is a wonderful toy-box overflowing with sparkling new versions of Hans Christian Andersen stories, written for young children with all the warmth, wit and character of the 19th-century originals. Emma Chichester-Clark's of magical images combine with Naomi Lewis's beautiful writing to make this an anthology which will be sought after, much-read and greatly treasured. Ages 4-9 |
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LEYBOURNE, JR., DOUGLAS M. COLLECTOR?S GUIDE TO OLD FRUIT JARS, R 8.5" x 11", 900 PGS SOFTBOUND | |
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Thousands of illustrations. Complete descriptions, dates, and facts. 2001 values. Price: $35.00 |
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LICHTY, BOB THE OFFICIAL BOOK OF THE ANTIQUE AUTOM 450 B&W PHOTOS 8-1/2 " X 11", 496 P | |
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Based on original sources and information from the Ford Research Center in Dearborn Michigan, this book is exactly what car buffs have been looking for. Loaded with anecdotes and more than 300 photos dedicated to the Model A?s heyday (1927-1932).You will fully understand how the Model A kept America moving through the Great Depression and see how Ford built relationships with customers and dealerships. The book includes a bibliography and appendix complete with authentic period material from the Ford Motor Company.Author and Ford expert, Peter Winnewisser, will drive collectors, restorers, and automobile aficionados to buy this important book. Price: $59.95 |
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LIEBSON, MILT DIRECT STONE SCULPTURE 300+ PHOTOS 8 1/2" X 11", 160 PG | |
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The ancient and wonderful art of direct stone sculpture is brought to life in this comprehensive new book by the noted sculptor, Milt Liebson. After a brief, informative historical overview of stone sculpture, he leads the reader through the hands-on experience of sculpting in stone. This is an invaluable book for artists and would-be artists in stone.The types of stone used in sculpture are covered, as well as the basic tools for hand sculpting and the techniques for their use. For the advanced sculptor there is detailed information on power tools and their use, the methods of lamination and repair, the business side of stone sculpture, and other helpful information gleaned from years of experience.Detailed photographs take readers from rough stone to the polished and mounted piece. Already a standard reference, **Direct Stone Sculpture now includes 47 new pictures, updated stone-working techniques, and a gallery of students' work. Price: $39.95 |
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LIEBSON, MILT DIRECT WOOD SCULPTURE 209 PHOTOS 8 1/2" X 11", 160 PG | |
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This is a book that explores into two worlds, the appreciation of wood as medium for sculpture and a practical look of technique. The history of sculpting directly into wood is explored, illustrated with many classic examples of the art, from ancient Egypt to the twentieth century. But this book is also a vital resource for those seeking to create sculpture in wood. A complete description of the qualities and types of wood, tools (both hand and power), techniques, and finishing, complements discussions of the art form and philosophy. Also included is wisdom about making a living as a sculptor, that the author has accumulated over the decades.Direct Wood Sculpture is heavily illustrated with over 200 photographs, most in color, plus drawings of the tools need for sculpting in wood. Price: $39.95 |
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LIEBSON, MILT DIRECT STONE SCULPTURE 17 COLOR PLATES, 340 8 1/2" X 11", 160 PG | |
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The ancient and wonderful art of direct stone sculpture is brought to life in this comprehensive new book by the noted sculptor, Milt Liebson. After a brief, informative historical overview of stone sculpture, he leads the reader through the hands-on experience of sculpting in stone. This is the book that artists, and would-be artists in stone have been seeking for many years.The types of stone used in sculpture are covered, as well as the basic tools for hand sculpting and the techniques for their use. For the advanced sculptor there is detailed information on power tools and their use, the methods of lamination and repair, the business side of stone sculpture, and other helpful information gleaned from years of experience.Detailed photographs take the readers from the rough stone to the polished and mounted piece.Direct Stone Sculpture promises to be the standard reference work in the field for years to come. Price: $39.95 |
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LIGHTFOOT, FREDERICK S. 19TH CENTURY NY IN RARE PHOTOGRAPHIC 151 PGS., SOFTBOUND 8 1/2 X 11 1/2 | |
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During the 1860's and 1870's, New York City possessed a combination of leisurely charm and a relatively unsophisticated flamboyance that had largely disappeared by 1900. Luckily, that bygone era has been preserved and captured in this thrilling pictorial. Countless historic black and white photos of street vendors, tenements, churches, shops, hotels, theaters, parks, markets and more recall the everyday environment of the city and detailed captions provide historical background, significance of the locale, relevant fact and lore, etc. This fascinating look at the past will be cherished by all - and may shock those living in NYC today! Price: $0.00 |
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LIMBERT, CHARLES P. AND CO. LIMBERT ARTS AND CRAFTS FURNITURE 67 PGS., SOFTBOUND 9 1/2" X 12 1/2" | |
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The "Dutch Arts and Crafts" furniture style of the Charles P. Limbert and Company produced undeniably plain, severely simple, yet graceful and practical furniture which achieved enormous popularity. This volume brings back into print the Limbert company's extremely rare 1903 catalog. Detailed illustrations depict 188 pieces of furniture: arm rockers, reading tables, roman chairs, fold-down tables and desks, and much more. All items are listed with captions detailing construction, woods, measurements, finishes and prices. This excellent reproduction of the only known copy of the 1903 Limbert catalog will appeal to anyone fascinated by the furnishings and decor of the early 20th century Arts and Crafts movement. Price: $0.00 |
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LIMOGES, RAYMONDE AMERICAN LIMOGES 8.5" x 11", 128 PGS CLOTHBOUND | |
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This book has 700+ color photos of dinnerware from the American Limoges China Co., over 80 known backstamps, and dozens of catalog pages and other memorabilia. Shapes, decorations, and patterns are detailed. 1996 values. Price: $24.95 |
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LINCOLN, WILLIAM A. THE COMPLETE MANUAL OF VENEERING FROM TREE TO TABLE EXTREMELY DETAILED | |
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A total of 274 photographs and drawings illustrate this well researched and thoroughly documented book that will stand as the definitive reference on the subject of veneering. Covering every aspect from the harvesting of the tree to finishing, this book begins with an historical overview of veneering, continues to the harvesting and preparation of veneers and then throughway examines every aspect of their use from the home woodworker to commercial veneering. Appendices include a 20 page table in the rating more than one hundred species of woods for their suitablility for veneering, a glossary of terms and a detailed index. If you wish to gain a thorough understanding of veneering, we highly recommend this book. Price: $0.00 |
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LINCOLN, WILLIAM A. WORLD WOODS IN COLOR MORE THAN 275 TYPES THOROUGHLY RESEARCHE | |
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Written by William Lincoln, the former president of The Art Veneers Co., Ltd., a major international dealer in exotic woods, this superb reference work is the definitive reference to more than 275 species of common and exotic woods. Organized in encylopedic fashion with a full page devoted to each species of tree, with half of each page containing a superb full color photograph of actual size (3" x 4") specimens of the heartwood of each timber, this beautiful book is enjoyable just to sit down and read. Each entry contains information about the names by which the wood is known, its properties and uses. A series of appendices provide information for further research and a detailed index of botanical and vernacular names makes finding a specific type of wood extremely easy. We heartily recommend World Woods in Color to any woodworker. Price: $0.00 |
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LINDBECK, JENNIFER A. ELEGANT SENECA GLASS 750 PHOTOS 8 1/2" X 11", 192 PG | |
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Situated in Morgantown, West Virginia, the Seneca Glass Company (1891-1983) manufactured over 1,000 hand-blown and hand-cut crystal glassware patterns--that's more than any other glass company worldwide! This beautifully illustrated book showcases Seneca glasswares produced during the Victorian era, Depression years, and contemporary times in over 750 superior color photos. It gathers an amazing assortment of stem, bar, and tableware; rare, early, unusually large, and colored pieces; unbelievable place settings, and much more. Original company catalog pages and advertisements (vital for pattern identification), information on company history and years of production, a look at the techniques and necessary tools in glass making, a tour of the Seneca factory museum display, a price guide, and an index make this book the first to document the company's entire production range. Price: $29.95 |
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LINDBECK, JENNIFER A. FINE FASHION JEWELRY FROM SARAH C 400+ PHOTOS 8 1/2" X 11", 176 PG | |
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In the 1960s and '70s, the fabulously versatile jewelry and fashion accessories from Sarah Coventry, Inc. were known as the "Finished Look of Fashion." These "simply chic" pieces were sold through in-home fashion shows, worn by stars and models, and advertised though TV, movies, and popular magazines coast to coast. With over 400 stunning color photos of jewelry and accessories, this exciting book rediscovers the still popular and highly collectible fine fashion lines from Sarah Coventry. Included are beautifully displayed bracelets, pierced and clip earrings, pins, pendants, necklaces, rings, belts, packaging and much more, along with company history, original catalog pages and advertisements, and both retail and current values. This essential guide to Sarah Coventry's "jewelry with know-how" will appeal to collectors, dealers, and all who admire costume jewelry. Price: $29.95 |
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LINDBECK, JENNIFER A COLLECTOR'S GUIDE TO WILLOW WARE 550 COLOR PHOTOS 8 1/2" X 11", 160 PG | |
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From the finest collections of bone china to contemporary and practical everyday dishes and kitchenware, the willow pattern has graced dining tables and adorned ceramic wares for more than 200 years. First introduced during the early 19th century in England, the willow pattern has been replicated and reproduced over the years by a countless number of manufactures in England, America, Japan, and other countries around the world. Today, the pattern remains a time-honored classic, one of the most recognizable and cherished patterns in ceramics. This book delves into the world of willow ware collecting, with over 550 photographs of plates, cups, saucers, teapots, pitchers, platters, kitchenware, jewelry, condiments pieces, and much more. It illustrates the beauty and widespread popularity of the willow pattern in all its variations of color, shape, multiplicity of border designs, traditional and variant patterns, and polychrome pieces. Information on manufacturer's marks, historical background, helpful hints for the collector, a price guide, and an index are included. Enjoy remarkable examples of early 1800 blue and white pearlware, gaudy willow, and pekin, among other traditional, polychrome, and variant pattern items. Ceramics collectors and dealers, along with willow ware enthusiasts, will welcome this fabulous collection of willow ware. Price: $29.95 |
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LINDENBERGER, JAN FUN KITCHEN COLLECTIBLES,HAND- BOOK & PRICE GUIDE 9 X 6; 160 PAGES | |
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Not only is the kitchen the center of the home, it is also a place that encourages great designs and inventions. Jan Lindenberger has gathered together an eclectic and excellent collection of kitchen objects dating from 1890 to the 1970s. Cookie jars, bottle openers, napkin holders, and meat grinders, all are illustrated in beautiful full-color photographs with vital information and current market values. This is a convenient and useful guide that will fit nicely in pocket or purse. Price: $16.95 |
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