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Birch’s Views Of Philadelphia
- Marvelous Visual Record of Philadelphia, Past & Present
- Features Birch's Engravings & Updated Photos of Sites
- Views Capture It's Regal Buildings, Vibrant Street Life & Busy Ports
$45.00
The Pennsylvania Kentucky Rifle
- Great New Reprint of an American Classsic
- Filled With Photos and Documentation of these Classic Firearms
- Includes a Listing of All Known Gunsmiths Who Produced these Weapons
$18.95
Red Wing Stoneware; An Identification and Value Guide
- ID & Value Guide to an Increasingly Popular Collector's Item
- The Uniqueness & Variety of Red Wing Items Provide Something for Everyone
- Features 100's of Items in Full-Color, with Description and Value
$9.95
Pottery In Roman Britian
- In-Depth Look at Pottery in Roman Britain
- Covers Samian Ware, Amphorae & Graffit, Kitchenware, Lamps, etc.
- Numerous Illustrations Enhance the Informative Text
$14.95
The Mississippi Steamboat Era in Historic Photographs
- Stunning Array of Period Photos of Steamboat Life as it Really Was
- Images Depict: Staely Ships, Luxurious Interiors, Shipboard Life, & More
- Text is Filled with Detailed Info & Amusing Anecdotes
$20.95
Ties of Distinction
- Comprehensive Study of Britain's Neckwear of Distinction
- 182 Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 112 PGS.
$24.95
Architecture Of The Pennsylvania Dutch
- Covers the Period from 1700 to 1900
- A Great Book by a Prolific Author
- Well Written and Well Illustrated
$15.95
Collector’s Guide To Yellow Ware an Identification and Value Guide
- Excellent ID & Value Guide to Yellow Ware
- Features 100's of Beautiful Pieces in Full Color With Price Range
- Includes Important New Information for the Collector
$17.95
The Victorian Chemist and Druggist
- Includes a Description of a Victorian Druggist's Shop
- Describes and Illustrates Many of the Items Sold in a Druggist's Shop
- Also Includes a Chapter on Medical and Surgical Instruments
$10.00
Racinet’s Full-Color Pictorial History of Western Costume
- One of the Most Beautiful Pictorial Collections Ever Produced
- Features 92 Beautiful Full-Color Plates With Informative Captions
- Includes: Bizarre Helmets, Suits of Armor, Tights & Coats, Doublets, etc.
$23.95
A Collector’s Guide to African Sculpture
- Broad Survey of the Sculpture Available in the Marketplace
- 350 Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 160 PGS.
$39.95
Henry’s Dutch Country Anthology
- Compilation of Fascinating Info About the Culture of the Pennsylvania Dutch
- Includes Articles on Pewter Spoons, Gunmaking, Architecture, and More
- Most Interesting and Well Illustrated Read – Not Available Anywhere Else
$18.50
English Drinking Glasses 1675 – 1825
- History & Illustration of the Great Variety of English Drinking Glasses
- Superbly Illustrated With Beautiful Glass Photos & Detailed Descriptions
- Must-Read for Collectors and Dealers Alike
$8.50
Welsh Pottery
- Covers the Many Different Types of Pottery
- Discusses the Manufacture of Ceramics in Wales
- Illustrations Help Establish Design Trends and Influences
$10.95
Historic Homes of the American Presidents
- Perfect Guide to 54 American Presidential Homes
- Visit the Homes of: G. Washington, A. Lincoln, T. Jefferson, G. Bush, etc.
- 160+ Detailed Photos & Histories, Anecdotes, and Perspectives
$19.95
Cowboy Culture: The Last Frontier of American Antiques
- Beautiful New Second Edition
- 1000 Color Photos
- 9" x 12", 304 PGS.
$59.95
Henry’s Dutch Country Anthology
- Substantially Expanded Sequel to the Original Volume
- Includes Article on the Blacksmith, Silver, Pewter, Architecture, and More
- Thoroughly Interesting and Well Illustrated Read
$9.95
The Silk Industry
- In-Depth Look at the Secrets of the Silk Industry
- Outlines the Entire Process in Numerous Vintage Photos, Diagrams, etc.
- Covers Sericulture, Silk Throwing, Waste Spinning and Weaving, and More
$9.95
Early American Architecture
- Complete Description & Evaluation of a Wide Variety of Building Styles
- Includes Homes, Schools, Meetinghouses, Mission Churches, etc.
- Features Nearly 500 Detailed Drawings and Photos
$23.95
The Chicago World’s Fair Of 1893, A Photographic Record
- Fascinating Account and Pictorial
- Includes 128 Rare and Contemporary Black & White Photos
- Informative Text Covers: Pullman Strike, Famous Vistors, Disatrous Fire,etc
$16.95
Bushido: Legacies of the Japanese Tattoo
- In-Depth Look at the Elusive World of Japanese Tattooing
- 220 Color & 32 Black & White Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 160 PGS.
$29.95
The Early Ironwork of Charleston
- Great Historical Overview of Metalworking in Early Charleston
- Illustrated With Line Drawings by Richard J. Bryan
- Fences, Balconies, Gates, Grilles, Foot Scrapers & Shutter Guards
$19.95
Country Houses And Seaside Cottages of the Victorian Era
- Designs for Country Homes and Seaside Villas of 19th Century America
- Great Architectural Drawings of Spectacular Structures
- Originally Published in the 1890's
$11.95
Pewter
- Traces the History of Pewter Manufacture in Britain
- Describes the Alloys Used, Methods of Working Pewter & Objects Produced
- Superbly Illustrated with Clear Black & White Photos
$8.95