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Holly’s Picturesque Country Seats

  • Classic Architectural Designs and Commentary, ca. 1860
  • An Important and Influential Work on Amerian Design
  • Illustrated with Line Drawings and Floor Diagrams
$12.95

A Manual of Veneering

  • Clear, Well-Written Manual on the Craft of Veneering
  • Learn how to Easily Create Your Own Veneer Press
  • Completey Covers all the Techniques of this Ancient Craft
$13.95

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

Chinese Technology In the Seventeenth Century

  • Exceptional Document on the History of Traditional Chinese Technology
  • Covers Almost all the Major Industrial Techniques of its Time
  • Includes 152 Original Woodcuts, Bibliographies, Glossary, and Much More
$20.95

Fostoria Glass: Identification & Value Guide, Volume II

  • Second of Two Volumes with Important Updated Information
  • Covers Fostoria's Etched, Carved, and Cut Designs
  • An Essential Guide To the Wide World of Fostoria Glass Collecting
$24.95

Milk Glass: Imperial Glass Corporation; with Price Guide

  • Detailed, Well-Researched Book on Imperial Milk Glass
  • Illustrated Look at the Wide Variety of Decorations and Treatments
  • Features Updated Price Guide
$29.95

War Toys For Boys

  • Detailed Plans for Making Battleships, Submarines, Toy Machine Guns, etc.
  • Each Project List Materials & Contains Clear Step-by-Step Instructions
  • Contains Numerous Helpful Diagrams
$6.95

Coal Mining

  • Complete Explanation on Coal Mining and its Evolution
  • Features Numerous Black & White Photographs and Detailed Diagrams
  • Written by an Expert on the Topic
$8.95

Mazes

  • Traces the History of Mazes Worldwide, Past to Present
  • Contains a Wealth of Information & Fascinating Little-Known Facts
  • Features Countless Black & White Photos of these Mystifying Works of Art
$8.95

Old Lorries

  • Traces the Complete History of the Lorry (Old Truck)
  • Covers Military & Civilian Uses, the Diesel Engine, WWII, etc.
  • Features Numerous Vintage Black & White Photos
$8.95

The Victorian Ironmonger

  • Illustrated History of the Victorian Ironmonger
  • Covers the Purchase of Goods, Keeping Account, Credit, and Many More
  • Features Countless Vintage Black & White Photos
$8.95

A History of Costume

  • Most Reliable & Authentic Account of Costume Throughout the Ages
  • Detailed Illustrations & Photos are Plentiful and Extremely Accurate
  • Feautres Measured & Detailed Patterns for Making Authentic Copies
$19.95

Great Knots & How To Tie Them

  • Over 175 of the Most Useful, Practical, and Decorative Knots
  • Step-by-Step Instructions of Each Individual Knot
  • Photographs Illustrate Uses of Each Knot
$13.95

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

Techniques In American Folk Decoration

  • Provides Detailed Instructions for a Wide Variety of Decorations
  • Features Over 180 Illustrations of Beautiful Examples
  • Includes Helpful Tips on Restoration and Preservations
$14.95

Early American Stencils on Walls and Furniture

  • Most Authoritative Source Available on Stenciling
  • Dozens of Examples Described w/ Details on Colors, Motifs, Tools, etc.
  • Includes Countless Detailed Illustrations & Photos
$24.95

Neat And Tidy – Boxes & Contents

  • Comprehensive Study of Pre-Civil War Boxes
  • Beautifully Illustrated in Both Color and Black & White
  • A Must-Read for any Collector or Fan of Antique Boxes
$19.95

Antique Brass Wind Instruments: With Buyer’s Guide

  • Reprints from Musical Catalogs Accompanied by New Info
  • Features 100+ Illustrations and Value Estimations
  • Includes a Glossary, Bibliography, and Helpful Appendices
$29.95

Black Americana Price Guide

  • Documents Two Centuries of Black Americana
  • 300+Detailed Photos Depict: Advertising Items, Dolls, Tobacciana, & More
  • Each Item is Fully Described and Includes Current Market Values
$17.95

A History Of The Eagle Manufacturing Company

  • Complete History of the Eagle Manufacturing Company
  • Chapters Include: Gas Engine & Tractor Devlopment, the Final Years, etc.
  • Filled with Dozens of Vintage Photos, Illustrations & Diagrams
$14.95

Vintage Ford Tractors

  • THE Ultimate Guide to Fordson, Ford & Ferguson Tractors
  • Filled with Colorful Stories, Histories, Ad Reprints, Color Photos, etc.
  • Covers All American & European Models from 1917 On.
$19.95

Turning & Mechanical Manipulation Vol II

  • "A Remarkable Achievement" – 2nd Volume of a 5 Volume Set
  • Covers the Construction, Action & Application of Cutting Tools
  • Features 700+ Detailed Illustrations and Diagrams
$22.95

Standard Catalog of United States Paper Money

  • The Most Comprehensive Reference Ever Devoted to U.S. Currency
  • Features Values for 3 Grades of Condition & over 600 Detailed Photos
  • Also Provides Important Historical and Economical Backgrounds
$29.95

Chocolate Memorabilia

  • Showcases Advertising, Packaging & Other Sweet Memorabilia
  • 409 Color Photos
  • 8 1/2" x 11", 160 PGS.
$29.95
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