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Horse Drawn Sleighs
- Second Edition
- Glossary of terms for sleighs and sleigh parts
- New section with essays on early sleighs
$29.95
Americas Lighthouses: An Illustrated History
- Celebration of the Lighthouse – a Vanishing Symbol of Security
- Describes the Founding and Operation of over 200 Famous Lights
- Will be Treasured by Anyone who has Felt the Lure and Romance of Lighthouse
$17.95
Toby and Character Jugs
- Sweeping Survey of the Development of Toby, Past to Present
- Countless Classic & Quirky Examples in Color and Black & White Photos
- Provides Useful Hints & Advice for Collectors
$10.95
December Online Auction Catalog
- Auctions to be Held December 7 & 8. 2021
- Full Color Catalogue
- Auctions End Beginning at 7:00 p.m.
$23.95
The Catalogue Of Antique Tools, Current Edition
- More Than 5000 Tools in Full Color
- Fully Indexed: America's Best Antique Tool Value Guide
- Nearly 200,000 Words of Commentary on History & Value
$25.00
20th Century Linens and Lace A Guide to Identification, Care, and Prices
- Includes Both Rare and Common Examples
- Visually Exciting and Includes Very Useful Price Guide
- Great Buy for Collectors and Interesting Read for All
$39.95
Mr. Lincoln’s Camera Man: Mathew B. Brady
- Contains Over 300 of Mathew Brady's Photographs
- Mathew Brady Was the Official Photographer for the Union Army
- Contains Several Famous Portraits of Statesmen and Celebrities
$30.95
Martin J. Donnelly Auctions, September 2019 Auction Catalogue
- Full Color Auction Catalogue
- Mailed 3 Wks Before Sale
- Photographs of all Items
$23.95
The Shaker Legacy: Perspectives of an Enduring Tradition
- The History and Style of the Shaker Tradition
- An Exploration of the Shaker Way of Life
- Illustrated With Great Photographs of Shaker Furniture
$40.00
Enameled Kitchenware American & European
- Celebration of Enameled Ware from the late 1800's to 1940
- Includes 500+ Excellent Color Photos with Price Ranges
- Sure to Please Collectors, Dealers, Interior Designers and More.
$34.95
Early American Embroidery Designs
- Authentic Treasury of Timeless Embroidery Designs
- Includes: Stylized & Traditional Patterns, Floral Bouquets, and More
- Excellent Treasury of Needlework Inspiration
$6.95
Shaker Architecture
- Superb Photos of the Building of Every Shaker Community
- Includes a History of the Shakers and their Settlements
- Profiles of the Architecture of 16 Shaker Communities
$24.95
Potters & Potteries Of Chester County, Pennsylvania
- Updated and Enhanced Version of the Previous Sold Out Edition
- Complete Story of the Potteries and Potters of Chester County
- Contains a Wealth of Historical and Genealogical Information
$19.95
The Building of the Panama Canal
- Larger-Than-Life True Story of Adventure, Ordeal & Accomplishment
- 164 Magnificent Historic Photos & Well-Researched Text
- Documents Hardships, Leisure Activity, Feats & Failures, Exotic Settings…
$17.95
Old Fishing Lures & Tackle Identification & Value Guide
- Filled With Historical & Value Information
- Many Charts, Tables & Appendices
- Excellent Photographs & Illustrations
$34.95
Picture History Of Early Aviation, 1903-1913 With 307 Illustrations
- Excellent Pictorial History Chronicles the First Aviators and their Aircraf
- Contains Over 300 Excellent Vintage Photographs
- Will Thrill Legions of Readers Interested in the History and Mechanics of F
$17.95
Nantucket in the Nineteenth Century; 180 Photographs and Illustrations
- Photographs and Illustrations Depict the Look of Nantucket
- Includes Stories of the Early Inhabitants of Nantucket Island
- Explores the History of Nantucket With Views of Early Hotels and Beaches
$19.95
Engines Of Change: The American Industrial Revolution 1790-1860
- The Industrial Revolution in the New World
- Illustrated With Photographs & Early Engravings
- Covers Every Aspect of Techology and its Impact on Culture
$25.00
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Art Materials
- Ultimate Guide through the Maze of Art Materials Available
- Comprehensive Analysis of Oil, Watercolors, Inks, Acrylics…etc.
- Beautifully Illustrated in Color – an Absolute Must for Any Artist
$27.99
New York Life at the Turn of the Century in Photographs
- Focuses on Turn-of-the-Century NYC and Captures it All
- 122 Vintage Photos of: Street Scenes, Restaurants, Hotels, Parks, etc.
- Photos Include Historical Background, Lore & Other Relevant Data
$20.95
A Genealogist’s Guide to Discovering Your English Ancestors
- Trace Generations of Your English Family History Without Leaving the U.S.
- Learn to Locate Crucial English Records, Analyze Documents, and More
- Create a Family History that Brings Your English Ancestry to Life
$18.99
Edwin Forbes Civil War Etchings
- Text & Picture Recreation of the War Through a Soldier's Eyes
- 40 Rare & Detailed Plates Depicts the Wearing Nature of the Conflict
- Includes the Artist's Factual Commentary & Additional Text
$9.95
