Encyclopedia of Antiques (1982)
“This Encyclopedia of Antiques covers a wide variety of subjects of interest to the specialist collector, the novice or, indeed, anyone who loves the arts. Its five sections taken as a whole-ceramics, furniture, glass, silver and arts and decoration- give an overview of the world of antiques, dealing with the major styles and influences from the Renaissance to Art Nouveau. In detail the book examines areas of particular beauty and fascination such as Ming porcelain, Chippendale furniture, Venetian glass and American silver.
ENCYCLOPEDIA OF ANTIQUES is lavishly illustrated and is not only an invaluable introduction to world antiques, but also a work of art in itself.”
Author: Introduction by Wendell Garrett
Binding: Hardcover
Published Year: 1982
Dimensions: H30.5cm, W24.5cm, D4cm
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Condition: Great vintage condition, no tears on dust cover, light stain shown on last images.
This book is by definition “used” and may show signs of natural age and/or use. All Used/Vintage/Antique books for sale via East Wing Studio are sold “as found” and as such we do not accept returns or refunds on these items. In addition to the description all photos act as part of the description so please review photos and descriptions carefully.
“This Encyclopedia of Antiques covers a wide variety of subjects of interest to the specialist collector, the novice or, indeed, anyone who loves the arts. Its five sections taken as a whole-ceramics, furniture, glass, silver and arts and decoration- give an overview of the world of antiques, dealing with the major styles and influences from the Renaissance to Art Nouveau. In detail the book examines areas of particular beauty and fascination such as Ming porcelain, Chippendale furniture, Venetian glass and American silver.
ENCYCLOPEDIA OF ANTIQUES is lavishly illustrated and is not only an invaluable introduction to world antiques, but also a work of art in itself.”
Author: Introduction by Wendell Garrett
Binding: Hardcover
Published Year: 1982
Dimensions: H30.5cm, W24.5cm, D4cm
FREE Australia Wide Postage
Condition: Great vintage condition, no tears on dust cover, light stain shown on last images.
This book is by definition “used” and may show signs of natural age and/or use. All Used/Vintage/Antique books for sale via East Wing Studio are sold “as found” and as such we do not accept returns or refunds on these items. In addition to the description all photos act as part of the description so please review photos and descriptions carefully.
“This Encyclopedia of Antiques covers a wide variety of subjects of interest to the specialist collector, the novice or, indeed, anyone who loves the arts. Its five sections taken as a whole-ceramics, furniture, glass, silver and arts and decoration- give an overview of the world of antiques, dealing with the major styles and influences from the Renaissance to Art Nouveau. In detail the book examines areas of particular beauty and fascination such as Ming porcelain, Chippendale furniture, Venetian glass and American silver.
ENCYCLOPEDIA OF ANTIQUES is lavishly illustrated and is not only an invaluable introduction to world antiques, but also a work of art in itself.”
Author: Introduction by Wendell Garrett
Binding: Hardcover
Published Year: 1982
Dimensions: H30.5cm, W24.5cm, D4cm
FREE Australia Wide Postage
Condition: Great vintage condition, no tears on dust cover, light stain shown on last images.
This book is by definition “used” and may show signs of natural age and/or use. All Used/Vintage/Antique books for sale via East Wing Studio are sold “as found” and as such we do not accept returns or refunds on these items. In addition to the description all photos act as part of the description so please review photos and descriptions carefully.